Vocabulary Quiz 9-1 Words

During lunch, Emma was known for being garrulous. What does this mean?

• Quiet and reserved

• Sharing endless stories

• Very serious

• Always sleepy

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

During a class discussion, Mason was described as being very "loquacious." What does this mean?

• Silent and shy

• Always hungry

• Talkative and lively

• Very sleepy

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

During a trivia night, Jackson impressed everyone with his erudite knowledge on various topics. What does "erudite" mean?

• Very knowledgeable

• Always tired

• Very hungry

• Always late

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

During a class discussion, Abigail impressed everyone with her intellect. What does "intellect" mean?

• Very sleepy

• Sharp mind

• Always hungry

• Very quiet

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

During the school debate, Jackson's speech was criticized for being full of "bombast." What does this mean?

• Simple and plain

• Full of empty talk

• Very quiet

• Always sleepy

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

During a class discussion, Oliver made a pithy comment that impressed everyone. What does "pithy" mean?

• Long and boring

• Short and meaningful

• Very sleepy

• Always hungry

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

During a group project, Rohan was praised for his terseness in explaining the complex topic. What does "terseness" mean?

• Very talkative

• Brief and to the point

• Always sleepy

• Very hungry

During a group project, Priya was praised for her ability to explain complex ideas in a succinct manner. What does "succinct" mean?

• Long and detailed

• Brief and clear

• Very sleepy

• Always hungry

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

During a group project, Zoe was praised for her congeniality. What does "congeniality" mean?

• Very unfriendly

• Friendly and pleasant

• Always sleepy

• Very hungry

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

During a class presentation, Oliver was praised for his "brevity". What does this mean?

• Long and detailed

• Shortness

• Very sleepy

• Always hungry

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E