Unit 2 Vocab

Which word best describes a situation that involves danger or risk?

• Fathom

• Peril

• Transfix

• Berate

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does it mean to "elude" someone or something?

• To confront directly

• To escape or avoid

• To support or assist

• To understand fully

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

If someone is "transfixed," what are they likely experiencing?

• They are moving quickly

• They are deeply focused or captivated

• They are confused

• They are angry

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word describes the ability to continue trying to do something despite difficulties?

• Thwart

• Perseverance

• Prevail

• Decisive

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does it mean to "thwart" someone's plans?

• To support them

• To understand them

• To prevent them from succeeding

• To ignore them

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word best describes a decision that is made with firmness and clarity?

• Fathom

• Decisive

• Palpable

• Elude

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does it mean if something is "palpable"?

• It is difficult to understand

• It is easily noticeable or felt

• It is hidden or secret

• It is imaginary

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

If someone is "berating" another person, what are they doing?

• Praising them

• Ignoring them

• Scolding them harshly

• Helping them

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does it mean to "fathom" something?

• To measure its depth

• To understand it fully

• To avoid it

• To create it

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which word describes the act of overcoming or succeeding in a difficult situation?

• Prevail

• Transfix

• Elude

• Thwart

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4