chapter 3 & 4 Vocabulary Practice (Number the Stars)

What does the term "rationed" mean?

• To give freely without limits

• Limited by law to a certain amount per household

• To increase the supply of goods

• To sell goods at a high price

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

In the sentence "The government rationed wheat and meat to make sure the soldiers had enough food," what is the purpose of rationing?

• To increase the price of wheat and meat

• To ensure there is enough food for soldiers

• To reduce the quality of food

• To make food more available to the public

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which word describes doing something in an arrogant or snobbish way?

• Harassingly

• Haughtily

• Exasperated

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

How might someone act if they are feeling "exasperated"?

• Calm and relaxed

• Annoyed or frustrated

• Happy and content

• Confused and lost

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the meaning of "sarcastically" in the context of communication?

• To speak sincerely and honestly

• To say something using words that mean the opposite, usually in a mean way

• To speak in a quiet and timid manner

• To express joy and excitement

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does the term "swastika" refer to in the context of history?

• A symbol of peace

• A Nazi symbol

• A religious icon

• A type of weapon

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Why might a family set a "curfew" for their children?

• To encourage them to stay out late

• To ensure they get enough rest and stay safe

• To allow them to watch more TV

• To make them do more chores

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RL.8.1

What does it mean if a house is "ablaze"?

• It is brightly decorated

• It is on fire

• It is very clean

• It is under construction

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

In the sentence "The speed boat quickly submerged when it crashed into the tree," what happened to the boat?

• It floated on the water

• It was covered with water

• It flew into the air

• It remained intact

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.1

What feeling does the word "tense" describe?

• Relaxed and calm

• Anxious or nervous

• Joyful and excited

• Bored and uninterested

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4