Vocabulary Quiz: Word Meanings and Usage

What is the definition of the word "contempt"?

• A feeling of admiration and respect

• A feeling that someone or something is not worthy of any respect or approval

• A state of being confused or puzzled

• A strong desire to achieve something

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word means "stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion or action"?

• Impassive

• Intricate

• Obstinate

• Submerged

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Choose the correct definition of "impassive".

• Showing no emotion or feeling

• Full of energy and enthusiasm

• Easily influenced or affected

• Having a complex structure

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "intricate" mean?

• Simple and easy to understand

• Very complicated or detailed

• Lacking any pattern or order

• Unimportant or trivial

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

In which context would you use the word "dawdled"?

• To describe someone who is working quickly

• To describe someone who is wasting time or moving slowly

• To describe someone who is speaking loudly

• To describe someone who is sleeping

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "disdainfully"?

• With great respect and admiration

• In a manner showing contempt or lack of respect

• With a sense of joy and happiness

• In a way that shows fear or anxiety

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word describes a hostile or aggressive attitude?

• Submerged

• Belligerently

• Intricate

• Impassive

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "submerged" mean in the context of water?

• Floating on the surface

• Completely covered or hidden under water

• Partially visible above water

• Moving rapidly through water

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CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

How would you use "contempt" in a sentence?

• She looked at the beautiful painting with contempt.

• He felt contempt when he received the award.

• The teacher showed contempt for the student's hard work.

• The dog wagged its tail with contempt.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence correctly uses the word "obstinate"?

• The obstinate child refused to eat his vegetables.

• She obstinate the door open with a smile.

• He obstinate the book on the shelf.

• The obstinate weather was sunny and warm.

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CCSS.L.3.2F