Words Every Grader Should Know

What does the word "appease" mean?

• To make someone angry

• To calm or satisfy someone

• To ignore someone

• To confuse someone

What is the meaning of "arrogant"?

• Humble and modest

• Proud and overbearing

• Shy and reserved

• Kind and generous

What does "cultivate" refer to?

• To destroy crops

• To grow and care for plants

• To ignore plants

• To sell plants

What does "distinguish" mean?

• To mix things up

• To recognize differences

• To forget something

• To hide something

What is the meaning of "exempt"?

• Required to do something

• Free from obligation

• Interested in something

• Afraid of something

What does "frustration" refer to?

• A feeling of satisfaction

• A feeling of happiness

• A feeling of annoyance

• A feeling of excitement

What does "inevitable" mean?

• Unlikely to happen

• Certain to happen

• Easy to avoid

• Unimportant

What is the meaning of "lurch"?

• To move smoothly

• To move suddenly and unsteadily

• To stand still

• To walk slowly

What does "overwhelm" mean?

• To feel relaxed

• To feel calm

• To feel overpowered

• To feel bored

What is the meaning of "reckless"?

• Careful and cautious

• Thoughtless and careless

• Wise and prudent

• Slow and steady