Week 8 Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "monotony" mean?

• a feeling of excitement and fun

• a lack of variety that makes something boring

• a sudden burst of energy

• a type of musical rhythm

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which situation best describes "monotony"?

• Performing the same repetitive task every day.
• Enjoying a variety of tasks each day.
• Working in a dynamic and changing environment.
• Participating in a team brainstorming session.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following words is the closest in meaning to the word "monotony"?

• diversity
• boredom

• excitement
• variety

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

Which sentence uses the word "monotony" correctly?

• The monotony of the vibrant festival was exhilarating.
• The monotony of his daily routine made him feel restless.
• She enjoyed the monotony of the colorful painting.
• His monotony was filled with exciting adventures.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "instill" mean?

• To gradually establish an idea or attitude in someone's mind.
• To confuse someone with contradictory ideas.
• To remove an idea from someone's mind.
• To quickly establish a belief in someone.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does the word "discern" mean?

• To forget or dismiss a thought.
• To perceive or recognize clearly.
• To confuse or mix up ideas.
• To ignore or overlook something.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

What does the word "turbulent" mean?

• Calm and peaceful environment
• Consistent and reliable behavior
• Characterized by conflict, disorder, or confusion; not stable or calm.
• Smooth and stable conditions

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "succumb" mean?

• To resist or fight against.
• To ignore or overlook.
• To yield or give in.
• To embrace or accept.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence uses the word "instill" correctly?

• Parents often instill values in their children.
• He instilled his car with a new paint job.
• The storm instilled fear in the community.
• Teachers instill homework assignments to students.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence uses the word "discern" correctly?

• She could discern the subtle differences between the two paintings.
• He could discern the loud noise from the crowd.
• They discerned the answer without any effort.
• I discern the flavor of the dish immediately.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4