ENGL III VOCAB

"After weeks of deliberation, she resolved to pursue her dream of opening a bakery." What is the best definition for the word resolve?

• to find a solution

• newly formed or prominent

• causing little or no pain

• to solidify a decision

Answer explanation

In the context of the sentence, 'resolved' means to make a firm decision. Therefore, the best definition is 'to solidify a decision,' as it reflects her commitment to pursuing her dream of opening a bakery.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

"The old oak door had a ponderous appearance, with its massive iron hinges and thick wooden panels.." What is the best definition for the word ponderous?

• heavy looking

• lumbering and laborious in movement

• averse to activity, effort, or movement

• newly formed or prominent

Answer explanation

In the context of the sentence, 'ponderous' describes the door's heavy and imposing look, which aligns with the definition 'heavy looking.' The other options do not fit the description of the door.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

"Her caustic remark about his outdated outfit left the entire room in awkward silence." What is the best definition for the word caustic?

• having or wielding force, authority, or influence

• marked by incisive sarcasm

• confused or meaningless talk

• a vain or undisciplined person who finds it difficult to work with others

Answer explanation

The word 'caustic' refers to remarks that are sharply critical or sarcastic. In the context, her 'caustic' remark about his outfit indicates it was marked by incisive sarcasm, making the second answer choice the best definition.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

"The prima donna’s performance in the opera received a standing ovation." What is the best definition for the word Prima Donna?

• Consisting of great volume or bulk

• Averse to activity, effort, or movement

• A complex and sometimes ritualistic procedure

• A principal female singer in an opera or concert organization

Answer explanation

The term 'prima donna' specifically refers to a principal female singer in an opera or concert organization, which aligns with the context of the question about an opera performance.

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

"She carried a voluminous bag that seemed to hold everything she could possibly need." What is the best definition for the word Voluminous?

• Consisting of great volume or bulk

• Difficult to comprehend; not clear or precise in thought or expression

• Newly formed or prominent

• Achieving or bringing about a particular result

Answer explanation

The word 'voluminous' means consisting of great volume or bulk, which fits the context of a bag that can hold many items. The other options do not relate to size or capacity, making this the best definition.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

"His obtuse response to the joke made everyone realize he hadn’t understood it." What is the best definition for the word Obtuse?

• Achieving or bringing about a particular result

• Confused or meaningless talk

• Lacking sharpness or quickness

• Difficult to comprehend; not clear or precise in thought or expression

Answer explanation

In this context, 'obtuse' refers to a lack of sharpness or quickness in understanding. The character's response indicates he did not grasp the joke, aligning with the definition of being slow to comprehend.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

"The meeting devolved into a rigmarole of unrelated anecdotes and complaints." What is the best definition for the word rigmarole?

• Having or wielding force, authority, or influence

• Difficult to comprehend; not clear or precise in thought or expression

• A complex and sometimes ritualistic procedure

• Confused or meaningless talk

Answer explanation

In the context of the meeting, 'rigmarole' refers to confused or meaningless talk, as it describes a situation where unrelated anecdotes and complaints dominate the discussion, lacking coherence.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

"The laboratory required strict safety measures when handling the caustic cleaning agents." What is the best definition for the word caustic?

• Averse to activity, effort, or movement

• Capable of destroying by chemical action

• Calling for prompt action

• Difficult to comprehend; not clear or precise in thought or expression

Answer explanation

The term 'caustic' refers to substances that can destroy or damage organic tissue by chemical action. In the context of the question, it accurately describes the cleaning agents that require strict safety measures.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

" The doctor rushed to handle the emergent situation in the emergency room." What is the best definition for the word emergent?

• Capable of destroying by chemical action

• Causing little or no pain

• Calling for prompt action

• Newly formed or prominent

Answer explanation

The word 'emergent' refers to situations that require immediate attention or action. In the context of the emergency room, it clearly indicates a need for prompt action, making 'Calling for prompt action' the best definition.

"The indolent cat lounged in the sun all afternoon, barely lifting a paw." What is the best definition for the word indolent?

• Heavy looking

• • Consisting of great volume or bul

• Causing little or no pain

• Averse to activity, effort, or movement

Answer explanation

The word 'indolent' describes someone who is averse to activity, effort, or movement, which fits the context of the cat lounging in the sun without much movement. The other options do not accurately capture this meaning.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C