Understanding Words in Context

What does the word "hesitated" mean in the context of the story when Luther was asked if he had ever gone camping?

• To answer quickly

• To pause before speaking

• To shout loudly

• To run away

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

In the story, what does the word "bumpy" describe?

• The road Luther rides his bike on

• The school bus

• The apartment walls

• The camping trip

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "reconsidered" mean in the context of the story when Luther was on his way home?

• To forget about something

• To think about something again

• To make a quick decision

• To ignore something

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does the word "skeptical" mean when describing Luther's expression?

• Confident

• Doubtful

• Happy

• Angry

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In the story, what does the word "bothered" mean when Charlie says Luther looks bothered?

• Excited

• Annoyed or worried

• Sleepy

• Hungry

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does the word "retorted" mean when Charlie responds to Luther's question?

• To reply in a sharp or witty manner

• To whisper softly

• To laugh loudly

• To ignore the question

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What does the word "grinning" mean when Charlie opens the door for Luther?

• Frowning

• Smiling broadly

• Yawning

• Crying

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "exclaimed" mean when Billy and Josh respond to Luther's agreement?

• To speak softly

• To shout or speak with excitement

• To remain silent

• To whisper

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "blurted" mean when Luther tells Charlie about his day?

• To speak quietly

• To say something suddenly without thinking

• To sing a song

• To write a note

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

What does the word "freedom" mean in the context of camping, according to Charlie?

• Being restricted

• Having the ability to make choices

• Being locked up

• Following strict rules

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4