Vocab Lesson 17 BW 1

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

• She was adept at solving complex math problems, often finishing them faster than her peers.

• The adept was a type of bird found in the Amazon rainforest.

• He adeptly ignored the instructions and did the opposite.

• The adeptness of the weather was unpredictable.

Identify the synonym for the word "confound."

• Clarify

• Perplex

• Simplify

• Explain

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

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 "diligent."

• The diligent student completed all her assignments on time and with great care.

• He was diligent in his refusal to work, often leaving tasks unfinished.

• The diligent was a type of ancient currency.

• She diligently ignored the rules and did as she pleased.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What is an antonym for the word "tantalize"?

• Tempt

• Satisfy

• Tease

• Entice

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

In which scenario would the word "axiom" be appropriately used?

• The axiom of the story was its unpredictable ending.

• In mathematics, an axiom is a statement accepted as true without proof.

• The axiom was a type of ancient weapon used in battles.

• She axiomed her way through the conversation, leaving everyone confused.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Select the correct synonym for "cumulative."

• Decreasing

• Collective

• Isolated

• Singular

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which sentence uses the word "superlative" correctly?

• Her superlative was a type of dessert she enjoyed.

• The superlative athlete won every competition she entered.

• He superlatively ignored the instructions given to him.

• The superlative of the weather was its unpredictability.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4B

CCSS.L.9-10.4B

CCSS.L.K.4B

CCSS.RF.1.3F

Identify the antonym for "unerring."

• Accurate

• Faulty

• Precise

• Correct

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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

• The complement of the dish was its spicy sauce, which enhanced the flavors.

• She gave him a complement on his new haircut.

• The complement was a type of ancient musical instrument.

• He complemented his way through the conversation, leaving everyone confused.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

In which context would the word "delve" be appropriately used?

• She delved into the mystery novel, eager to uncover the secrets within.

• The delve was a type of ancient currency.

• He delved his way through the conversation, leaving everyone confused.

• The delve of the story was its unpredictable ending.

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CCSS.L.5.5C