Understanding Vocabulary in Context

What is the meaning of the word "abstract" in the context of art?

• Concrete

• Theoretical

• Detailed

• Realistic

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

In the sentence "The contemporary art exhibit was a huge success," what does the word "contemporary" mean?

• Ancient

• Modern

• Traditional

• Outdated

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Use context clues to determine the meaning of "deem" in the sentence: "The committee will deem the proposal acceptable if it meets all the criteria."

• Reject

• Consider

• Ignore

• Delay

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Verify the meaning of "deface" using a dictionary. What does it mean?

• Beautify

• Destroy

• Disfigure

• Preserve

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4D

What does the word "evolve" mean in the context of species development?

• Regress

• Stagnate

• Develop

• Simplify

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

In the sentence "The outcome was inevitable," what does "inevitable" mean?

• Avoidable

• Uncertain

• Certain

• Optional

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Use context clues to determine the meaning of "landmark" in the sentence: "The new law was a landmark in the history of civil rights."

• Obstacle

• Milestone

• Building

• Failure

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Verify the meaning of "stature" using a dictionary. What does it mean?

• Height

• Weight

• Influence

• Age

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4D

What does the word "superficial" mean in the context of a person's understanding?

• Deep

• Shallow

• Comprehensive

• Thorough

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

In the sentence "Vandalism of public property is a crime," what does "vandalism" mean?

• Restoration

• Decoration

• Destruction

• Preservation

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.4A