Vocabulary Meaning Quiz

What is the meaning of 'accelerate'?

• To stop something suddenly

• To move more slowly

• To make something happen faster

• To break something apart

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What is the meaning of 'bystander'?

• A person actively involved in an event

• Someone who observes but does not participate

• A person who starts an argument

• A leader of a group

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the meaning of 'canvass'?

• To ignore someone's opinion

• To collect opinions or votes

• To criticize someone publicly

• To organize a social gathering

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What is the meaning of 'casual'?

• Formal or serious in nature

• Happening by chance or without effort

• Very important or critical

• Careful and detailed

Tags

CCSS.SL.7.6

CCSS.SL.8.6

CCSS.W.7.1D

CCSS.W.7.2E

CCSS.W.8.1D

What is the meaning of 'downtrodden'?

• Feeling extremely happy

• Treated unfairly or oppressed

• Motivated and energetic

• Strong and independent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'entice'?

• To push someone away

• To avoid or ignore someone

• To attract or tempt someone

• To make someone angry

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'erode'?

• To build something stronger

• To wear away or gradually destroy

• To improve in quality

• To preserve something

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'flounder'?

• To succeed easily in a task

• To struggle helplessly

• To move quickly without effort

• To avoid facing a challenge

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'graphic'?

• Highly detailed and vivid

• Extremely dull or boring

• Blurry and unclear

• Simple and basic

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the meaning of 'gruesome'?

• Pleasant and enjoyable

• Horrifying or revolting

• Funny and entertaining

• Calm and peaceful

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4