Vocabulary Understanding Quiz

The play was a successful adaptation of the original novel. What does "adaptation" mean?

• An analysis of the story

• An exact copy

• A rejection of the original

• A change to fit a new purpose

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

The grocery store is adjacent to the post office, making errands more efficient. What does "adjacent" mean?

• Behind

• Near or next to

• Across from

• Above

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

The farmer relied on his bullock to plow the fields. What does "bullock" mean?

• A wild animal

• A young male ox

• A mature horse

• A small sheep

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Her cunning tactics in the debate earned her a decisive victory. What does "cunning" mean?

• Clever and strategic

• Clumsy but effective

• Simple and naive

• Honest and straightforward

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

The queen upheld her dignity even in times of great hardship. What does "dignity" mean?

• An air of arrogance

• A sense of self-respect

• Wealth and status

• Pride in appearance

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The two families had been feuding for decades over a disputed piece of land. What does "feuding" mean?

• Engaging in conflict

• Collaborating peacefully

• Competing in sports

• Ignoring each other

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The hero faced his foes with bravery and determination. What does "foes" mean?

• Neighbors

• Enemies

• Friends

• Strangers

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

The poet's work expressed deep sorrow and lament for lost opportunities. What does "lament" mean?

• Mourn

• Ignore

• Celebrate

• Rejoice

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The sailors feared a mutiny when conditions on the ship worsened. What does "mutiny" mean?

• A rebellion against authority

• A storm at sea

• A peaceful protest

• A group meeting

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

All his efforts came to nought after the team failed to meet the deadline. What does "nought" mean?

• An unexpected result

• Nothing

• A small gain

• A great success

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E