Vocabulary in Context Quiz

Which of the following sentences uses "palpable" correctly?

• The tension in the room was so thick it was almost palpable.

• The palpable breeze was invisible to everyone.

• The palpable light was too dim to see.

• The palpable sound was completely silent.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "tangible."

• Her tangible dreams were full of colors.

• The tangible evidence was crucial for the case.

• His tangible thoughts were hard to understand.

• The tangible idea was very abstract.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Select the sentence that correctly uses "indolence."

• His indolence was the reason he finished his work early.

• Indolence drove her to work harder than ever.

• Due to his indolence, he spent the day lounging on the couch.

• Indolence inspired her to run a marathon.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence uses "lacerated" correctly?

• The lacerated paper was perfectly smooth.

• She lacerated the fabric with a pair of scissors.

• The lacerated surface was polished to a shine.

• The lacerated glass was completely intact.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Identify the sentence that uses "opaque" correctly.

• The opaque glass allowed us to see through clearly.

• The opaque curtain blocked all the sunlight.

• The opaque water was crystal clear.

• The opaque sky was bright and sunny.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence uses "chateau" correctly?

• They stayed in a small chateau in the middle of the city.

• The chateau was a tiny cabin in the woods.

• The grand chateau overlooked the beautiful countryside.

• The chateau was a modern apartment in a skyscraper.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Which of the following sentences uses "palpable" correctly?

• The palpable excitement in the air was contagious.

• The palpable shadow was invisible to everyone.

• The palpable silence was deafening.

• The palpable darkness was bright.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "tangible."

• His tangible ideas were hard to grasp.

• The tangible book was full of abstract concepts.

• The tangible reward motivated the team to work harder.

• Her tangible dreams were vivid and colorful.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Select the sentence that correctly uses "indolence."

• Indolence inspired him to finish his tasks quickly.

• Her indolence led to a productive day at work.

• Indolence caused him to procrastinate on his assignments.

• Indolence made her the most active member of the team.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Identify the sentence that uses "opaque" correctly.

• The opaque window allowed us to see the view clearly.

• The opaque wall was made of clear glass.

• The opaque paint covered the wall completely.

• The opaque water was as clear as crystal.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F