Vocabulary Challenge for 7th Graders

Which of the following sentences uses the word "adversary" correctly in context?

• The adversary was a delicious dessert that everyone enjoyed.

• The chess player studied his adversary's moves carefully to plan his next strategy.

• She wore an adversary dress to the party, which everyone admired.

• The adversary was a type of flower that bloomed in spring.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

What is a synonym for "aplomb"?

• Anxiety

• Clumsiness

• Confidence

• Fear

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates the meaning of "apprehensive."

• She was apprehensive about the upcoming test, fearing she might not do well.

• He was apprehensive in his approach, moving with great speed.

• The apprehensive weather was perfect for a picnic.

• Her apprehensive smile lit up the room.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word is an antonym of "aptitude"?

• Talent

• Skill

• Inability

• Proficiency

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CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

In which sentence is the word "attentive" used correctly?

• The attentive dog barked loudly at every sound.

• She was attentive to her friend's needs, always ready to help.

• He was attentive, ignoring the teacher's instructions.

• The attentive storm caused a lot of damage.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the connotation of the word "banish"?

• Neutral

• Positive

• Negative

• Ambiguous

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which of the following words is most similar in meaning to "barricade"?

• Open

• Blockade

• Pathway

• Entrance

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CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

Select the sentence that correctly uses the word "bluff."

• The bluff was a sweet treat enjoyed by all.

• He decided to bluff his way through the game, pretending to have a strong hand.

• The bluff was a type of music that everyone danced to.

• She wore a bluff dress to the event.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

What is the meaning of "brackish" in the context of water?

• Fresh

• Salty

• Clear

• Polluted

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CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which sentence uses the word "brandish" correctly?

• She brandished her new shoes with pride.

• He brandished the sword, showing off his skills.

• The brandish was a type of dance popular in the 80s.

• They brandished the cake, ready to eat it.

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CCSS.L.3.2F