Fast Vocabulary

Words and phrases specific to a text that help readers understand complex or unfamiliar subjects, usually defined explicitly by the author for clarity.

• Context

• Central Idea

• Specialized Vocabulary

• Connotation

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Which word means 'to move quickly'?

• A) Amble

• B) Saunter

• C) Sprint

• D) Stroll

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the synonym of 'rapid'?

• A) Slow

• B) Quick

• C) Lazy

• D) Dull

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: 'The cheetah is known for its _____ speed.'

• A) Sluggish

• B) Leisurely

• C) Swift

• D) Plodding

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Which of the following words is an antonym of 'fast'?

• A) Rapid

• B) Slow

• C) Quick

• D) Speedy

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Identify the correct usage of the word 'hasten' in a sentence.

• A) She hasten to finish her homework.

• B) He hastens to catch the bus every morning.

• C) They hasten the cake for dessert.

• D) We hasten the book on the shelf.

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CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

What does the phrase 'in the blink of an eye' mean?

• A) Very slowly

• B) Very quickly

• C) With difficulty

• D) With ease

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Which word is a synonym for 'accelerate'?

• A) Decelerate

• B) Hinder

• C) Expedite

• D) Delay

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.5.4A

Fill in the blank: 'The _____ of the car was impressive as it zoomed past.'

• A) Slowness

• B) Velocity

• C) Lethargy

• D) Inertia

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What is the meaning of the word 'fleet'?

• A) Slow-moving

• B) Quick and nimble

• C) Heavy and cumbersome

• D) Stationary

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4