Vocabulary Quiz for Grade 6

What does the word "chorused" mean?

• To sing softly

• To speak in chorus or unison

• To dance together

• To write a poem

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

Which word describes something that is "causing laughter because of absurdity"?

• Astute

• Marvelous

• Ludicrous

• Astounded

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Identify the term that means "keenly perceptive or discerning."

• Astute

• Trilled

• Urged

• Mention

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which of the following best describes the word "marvelous"?

• Ordinary

• Superb, excellent, great

• Confusing

• Unpleasant

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of "location"?

• A type of music

• A place of settlement, activity, or residence

• A type of food

• A type of weather

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.2.4E

Which word means "to overwhelm with amazement"?

• Urged

• Astounded

• Trilled

• Mention

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "urged" mean in the context of encouraging someone?

• To discourage

• To push or force along; impel with force or vigor

• To ignore

• To laugh at

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following actions is described by the word "trilled"?

• To walk slowly

• To sing or play with a vibratory or quavering effect

• To jump high

• To write quickly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "mention" mean?

• To forget

• To refer briefly to; name, specify, or speak of

• To argue

• To dance

Tags

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

Which of the following sentences uses the word "ludicrous" correctly?

• The ludicrous painting was admired for its beauty.

• The ludicrous idea made everyone laugh because it was so absurd.

• The ludicrous weather was calm and sunny.

• The ludicrous book was a serious drama.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6