WOD 1-20

During a literature class, Collin mentioned a famous novel but didn't name it directly. What does the word allude mean in this context?

• To refer indirectly

• To argue

• To be silent

• To create

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5A

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is a synonym for enmity?

• Friendship

• Hostility

• Happiness

• Confusion

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Match the following emotions with their descriptions.

• A feeling of mild astonishment or shock

• Indignation

• A feeling of great pleasure and happiness

• Fear

• A feeling of anger due to something unjust

• Joy

• An unpleasant emotion caused by the threat of danger

• Surprise

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Match the following words with their meanings.

• Full of energy

• Energetic

• Morose

• Cheerful

• Fond of speaking

• Sullen

• Happy and optimistic

• Talkative

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

Match the following words with their definitions.

• Elaborate

• Slow

• Leisurely

• Detailed

• Brusque

• Polite

• Cordial

• Abrupt

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

During the debate competition, Leila had to contend with several challenging arguments from the opposing team. What does contend mean in this context?

• To agree

• To struggle

• To ignore

• To relax

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

During the group project, Lucy took an imperious stance, often making decisions without consulting others. What does imperious mean in this context?

• Humble

• Domineering

• Shy

• Quiet

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

The word that means eager to fight is (a)   .

• Pugnacious
• Peaceful
• Calm
• Indifferent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

When Marcus received elaborate praise for his plagiarized project, he felt ​ (a)  

• Dissatisfied

• Anxious

• Sullen
• Complacent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "Derision"?

(a)  

• Respect

• Mockery
• Joking
• Anger

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4