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A ruler decided that the country would have fair laws. What is the meaning of the word ruler?

• measuring tool

• unit

• leader

• subject

The grocery bag was light because it was packed with bread and hotdog buns. What is the meaning of the word light?

• lamp

• not heavy

• sunshine

• bright

The student replied to the teacher with a witty answer and the class laughed.

• funny

• mean

• word

I looked at my brother with a glare after he broke my toy. What is the meaning of the word glare?

• confusing

• dirty look

• difficult

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When the cat wants inside, he will paw at the door.

• An animal's foot
• To scratch or hit

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The farmer added a final post to the fence.

• To list something for others to view
• To mail something
• A wooden pole

^{Choose the correct definition of the highlighted word:}The wolf pack attacked the zebra.

• To place clothing and belongings in a suitcase for a trip
• A group of animals
• To stuff
• A bag used to sling over the shoulders and carry books in

We walked slowly down the trail with great trepidation. No one who had gone this way had ever been heard from again. Had they simply found a better place to settle on this dark planet? We doubted that. Which word is a synonym of “trepidation”?

• movement
• worry
• enjoyment
• laughter

Your uncle wouldn’t even part with a dime to help the kids pay for their trip. That’s just one more example of his penurious ways. In contrast, many people who have much less money have donated a great deal to the cause. What does “penurious” mean?

• very old
• very wealthy
• very humorous
• very stingy

The thought of eating a rat is ABHORRENT to most people.

• fun
• horrible
• delicious
• exciting