Vocabulary Quiz

During the school assembly, the principal announced that Samuel had won the science fair. What does the word "applaud" mean in this context?

• To criticize

• To ignore

• To show approval by clapping hands

• To whisper

Tags

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In a school play, Priya was known for her ability to come up with clever plans to solve problems. What is the meaning of "crafty"?

• Honest

• Skilled at tricking others

• Clumsy

• Generous

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does "uneasy" mean?

• Comfortable

• Relaxed

• Not comfortable; worried or nervous

• Confident

Tags

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Kai found a mysterious letter in the attic. He decided to "disclose" its contents to his friends. What does "disclose" mean in this context?

• To hide

• To make known

• To forget

• To destroy

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Lily received a gift that was described as "exquisite." What does "exquisite" mean in this context?

• Ugly

• Finely done or made; very beautiful

• Ordinary

• Rough

Tags

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is "reconstruction"?

• Demolition

• Act of building together again

• Painting

• Designing

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

What is the meaning of "intend"?

• To forget

• To plan; to have in mind

• To ignore

• To abandon

Tags

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.6

What does "progress" mean?

• Moving backward

• Moving toward a goal; an improvement

• Staying still

• Decline

Tags

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

In the school play, Benjamin was cast as the "scoundrel". What role did he play?

• A hero

• A mean or wicked person

• A friend

• A teacher

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What is the meaning of "vain"?

• Humble

• Having too high an opinion of one's looks or achievements

• Successful

• Modest

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F