Unwind Part 1 Vocabulary Context Clue Quiz

In the sentence, "The city was plagued by a series of unfortunate events," what does the word "plagued" most likely mean?

• Celebrated

• Troubled

• Ignored

• Enhanced

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

When the veterinarian administered tranquilizers to the agitated animal, it became calm. What are "tranquilizers" most likely used for?

• To energize

• To calm

• To irritate

• To confuse

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

If someone is known for their integrity, they are most likely:

• Dishonest

• Trustworthy

• Unreliable

• Deceptive

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Her calm demeanor during the crisis was admirable. What does "demeanor" refer to in this context?

• Appearance

• Behavior

• Speech

• Clothing

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

The teacher's condescending tone made the students feel inferior. What does "condescending" mean in this context?

• Encouraging

• Supportive

• Patronizing

• Humble

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The camaraderie among the team members was evident as they worked together seamlessly. What does "camaraderie" mean?

• Hostility

• Friendship

• Competition

• Isolation

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

The bright red car was conspicuous in the parking lot. What does "conspicuous" mean in this context?

• Hidden

• Noticeable

• Ordinary

• Dull

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The spy used a clever ruse to escape from the enemy. What does "ruse" mean in this context?

• Plan

• Mistake

• Truth

• Trick

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

The deceleration of the car was smooth as it approached the stop sign. What does "deceleration" mean in this context?

• Speeding up

• Slowing down

• Turning

• Stopping suddenly

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The sight of the spoiled food filled her with revulsion. What does "revulsion" mean in this context?

• Attraction

• Disgust

• Curiosity

• Indifference

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4