ACT Vocab List 3 Sem 1

Choose the correct word to fill in the blank: "Her _______ for painting was evident in the way she spent hours perfecting her art."

(a)  

• disinterest

• aversion

• indifference

• affinity

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word "jingoistic" as used in a sentence?

• Peaceful

• Nationalistic

• Indifferent

• Generous

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

In the context of a text, how does the word "implacable" function to describe a character's personality?

• Easily appeased

• Unyielding

• Joyful

• Confused

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Use context clues to determine the meaning of the word "affinity" in the following sentence: "She had an affinity for classical music, often spending hours listening to symphonies."

• Dislike

• Preference

• Indifference

• Aversion

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Analyze how the use of the word "coquette" impacts the tone of the following sentence: "She was a coquette, always charming everyone at the party with her playful banter."

• It creates a serious tone.

• It adds a playful tone.

• It introduces a somber tone.

• It establishes a formal tone.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Evaluate how the use of the word "coquette" in a narrative influences the reader's understanding of a character's interactions.

• It suggests the character is serious and reserved.

• It implies the character is flirtatious and fun.

• It indicates the character is shy and introverted.

• It shows the character is aggressive and confrontational.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the primary function of haranguing the audience in a speech?

• To entertain

• To persuade

• To confuse

• To relax

Tags

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word: "The leader's _______ speeches often stirred strong emotions among the citizens."

(a)  

• jingoistic
• calm

• humble

• indifferent

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word "implacable" suggest about a character's ability to forgive?

• They are forgiving.

• They are unforgiving.

• They are indifferent.

• They are forgetful.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Interpret the figure of speech in the phrase "the world is your oyster."

• The world is small.

• The world is full of opportunities.

• The world is dangerous.

• The world is closed off.

Tags

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4