Vocabulary and Comprehension Quiz

Which word would best describe a nation experiencing economic growth and widespread wealth?

• Wretched

• Prosperous

• Despicable

• Modest

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

If someone is described as 'prosperous,' they are likely to be:

• Struggling financially

• Living comfortably

• Barely making ends meet

• In debt

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

A person who is modest about their achievements would be least likely to:

• Downplay their success

• Boast about their accomplishments

• Acknowledge others' contributions

• Avoid the spotlight

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CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Which word is closest in meaning to 'modest' in the context of behavior?

• Arrogant

• Flamboyant

• Humble

• Ostentatious

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

In the sentence 'The villain's despicable actions horrified the entire community,' what could replace 'despicable'?

• Admirable

• Reprehensible

• Praiseworthy

• Commendable

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which of the following is an antonym for 'despicable'?

• Contemptible

• Honorable

• Loathsome

• Abhorrent

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

If something is described as 'eternal,' it is:

• Temporary

• Fleeting

• Everlasting

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

In the phrase "eternal love," what does "eternal" suggest about the love?

• It's intense but short-lived

• It lasts for a lifetime

• It never ends

• It's cyclical

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

Which event would most likely be celebrated with a banquet?

• A quick lunch meeting

• A casual family dinner

• A royal wedding

• A solo meal

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.9-10.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

The word "banquet" implies:

• A simple, everyday meal

• A lavish, formal feast

• A quick snack

• A diet-friendly option

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4