Wordly Wise Book 9 Lesson 5

What does the word "callow" mean?

• Experienced and wise

• Young and inexperienced

• Old and knowledgeable

• Mature and seasoned

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word describes someone living during the same time period as another?

• Ancient

• Historical

• Contemporary

• Future

Tags

CCSS.RL.7.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

What is the meaning of "cynical"?

• Trusting and naive

• Doubtful of others' motives

• Optimistic and hopeful

• Sincere and genuine

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Who is a "despot"?

• A democratic leader

• A ruler with absolute power

• A kind and gentle ruler

• A powerless figurehead

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "enunciate" mean?

• To whisper softly

• To pronounce clearly

• To mumble incoherently

• To sing loudly

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is an "impediment"?

• A helpful tool

• A clear path

• Anything that gets in the way

• A smooth journey

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "impoverish" mean?

• To enrich

• To make poor

• To decorate

• To empower

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "indolent" mean?

• Hardworking and diligent

• Indulging in ease; lazy

• Energetic and active

• Motivated and driven

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of "sagacious"?

• Foolish and reckless

• Showing sound judgment

• Ignorant and unaware

• Careless and negligent

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "secular" mean?

• Religious and spiritual

• Worldly; not connected with religion

• Sacred and holy

• Devout and pious

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4