Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "audacity" mean?

• A respectful attitude

• A quiet demeanor

• A disrespectful or arrogant attitude

• A friendly approach

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "implicit"?

• Clearly stated

• Understood, though not directly stated

• Written down

• Spoken aloud

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does it mean to "procrastinate"?

• To complete tasks early

• To put off repeatedly

• To work quickly

• To avoid tasks altogether

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does "lackadaisical" mean?

• Full of energy

• Lacking life, spirit, or zest

• Highly motivated

• Extremely focused

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does "flabbergasted" mean?

• Calm and composed

• Overcome with astonishment

• Slightly surprised

• Uninterested

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "immutable"?

• Capable of change

• Not capable of change

• Easily altered

• Frequently modified

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What does "presumptuous" mean?

• Overstepping due bounds; taking liberties

• Being overly cautious

• Acting with hesitation

• Following rules strictly

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does "oppressed" mean?

• Free and independent

• Harsh exercise of authority

• Lightly governed

• Treated with kindness

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does "blase" mean?

• Excited about life

• Indifferent to or bored with life

• Full of enthusiasm

• Eager to explore

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is "connotation"?

• A direct specific meaning

• A meaning or significance suggested by a word

• A literal translation

• A dictionary definition

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4