Esperanza Rising Vocabulary Quiz- Chapters 6 & 7

What does it mean if a door is ajar?

• The door is locked.

• The door is slightly open.

• The door is wide open.

• The door is closed tightly.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Elena looked at the broken vase in dismay. What is she feeling?

• Relief

• Shock and disappointment

• Joy and excitement

• Confusion

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

Which sentence best describes something plump?

• The baby had round, rosy cheeks.

• The room felt empty and cold.

• The table was sharp and angular.

• The bread was stale and hard.

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CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

If someone begins to falter while giving a speech, what are they likely doing?

• Speaking clearly and confidently

• Hesitating or stumbling over words

• Speeding up their pace

• Laughing loudly

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CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

During the night, the family kept a vigil. What were they doing?

• Sleeping peacefully

• Staying awake to watch or pray

• Going on a long walk

• Cleaning the house

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

To bestow something on someone means to:

• Take something from them.

• Ignore their accomplishments.

• Give them a gift or honor.

• Borrow something temporarily.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which situation involves stagnant water?

• A flowing river

• A clear, moving stream

• A still pond with algae on top

• A bubbling fountain

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

Which of the following is an example of an aroma?

• The scent of freshly baked cookies

• The sound of birds chirping

• The sight of a sunrise

• The feel of soft fabric

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

If someone is ravenous, what might they do?

• Skip dinner without a second thought

• Eat quickly because they’re very hungry

• Offer their food to someone else

• Feel tired and go to bed early

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Maria reluctantly agreed to join the team. How did she feel?

• Eager and excited

• Nervous but willing

• Unwilling and hesitant

• Confident and determined

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CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6