Thirst Vocab Ch1-7

A monsoon is:

• A type of bird.

• A long period of heavy rain.

• A type of dance.

• A bright light in the sky.

Answer explanation

A monsoon refers to a seasonal wind pattern that brings a long period of heavy rain, particularly in South Asia. It is not a bird, dance, or light, making 'a long period of heavy rain' the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

To tap something means:

• To hit it lightly.

• To throw it across the room.

• To break it apart.

• To hold it tightly.

Answer explanation

To tap something means to hit it lightly, often to get attention or make a sound. The other options do not accurately describe this action.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

If someone hurled an object, they:

• Gently placed it down.

• Hit it with their hand.

• Threw it with great force.

• Kicked it softly.

Answer explanation

To hurl an object means to throw it with great force. The other options, such as gently placing it down or kicking it softly, do not convey the same intensity or action as hurling.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Contentment means:

• A feeling of happiness and satisfaction.

• A time of great worry.

• Being confused or unsure.

• A state of sadness or anger.

Answer explanation

Contentment is defined as a feeling of happiness and satisfaction, making the first choice the correct answer. The other options describe negative emotions or states, which do not align with the meaning of contentment.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.5.4

When someone tousles your hair, they:

• Brush it neatly.

• Smooth it with their hands.

• Mess it up playfully.

• Cut it very short.

Answer explanation

When someone tousles your hair, they are playfully messing it up, which is a lighthearted action. This contrasts with brushing it neatly or smoothing it, which imply tidiness, and cutting it short, which is a drastic change.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

After the rain stopped, the kids jumped in the puddles left by the ____.

• stoop

• throb

• monsoon

• contentment

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 'monsoon' because it refers to a seasonal rain that can create puddles. The other options do not relate to rain or puddles, making 'monsoon' the only logical choice.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

The kitten was so ____, it barely made a sound.

• meek

• hurled

• instinctively

• daredevil

Answer explanation

The word 'meek' describes someone who is quiet and gentle, fitting the context of the kitten making barely any sound. The other options do not convey this meaning, making 'meek' the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

My little brother always ____(s) me to get my attention.

• throb

• taps

• stoops

• tousles

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'taps' because it describes a light touch that is often used to get someone's attention. 'Throb', 'stoops', and 'tousles' do not fit the context of seeking attention in this manner.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.7.4

The old man sat on the stoop and watched the neighborhood kids play.

What is a stoop?

• A type of seat inside a house

• A step outside the front door

• A wooden bench in the park

• A chair with a soft cushion

Answer explanation

A stoop refers to a step or small porch outside the front door of a house, where people can sit or stand. In the context of the sentence, it describes the old man sitting on the step while watching the kids play.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

The brave child climbed the tall tree like a daredevil, even though it was dangerous.

What is a daredevil?

• Someone who likes to take risks

• Someone who loves animals

• Someone who moves very slowly

• Someone who avoids danger

Answer explanation

A daredevil is someone who enjoys taking risks, as shown by the child climbing the tree despite the danger. The other options do not accurately describe this adventurous behavior.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4