The Drummer Boy of Shiloh Vocabulary Quiz

What does the prefix "re-" in the word "resolute" most likely mean?

• Not

• Again

• Forward

• Without

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which suffix in the word "legitimately" indicates that it is an adverb?

• -mate

• -ly

• -ment

• -ate

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

The word "solemn" most nearly means:

• Cheerful and playful

• Serious and dignified

• Confused and unsure

• Loud and boastful

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Which of the following is the best synonym for "askew"?

• Straight

• Crooked

• Bright

• Silent

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

If something is "strewn", it is:

• Scattered or spread out

• Packed tightly together

• Hidden away

• Thrown forcefully

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What does the prefix "leg-" in the word "legitimately" relate to?

• A) Law or legal matters

• B) Speaking or language

• C) Writing or books

• D) Science or knowledge

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which word best describes someone who is "resolute"?

• Indecisive

• Determined

• Hesitant

• Confused

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

If a sound is "muted," what has likely happened to it?

• It has been made softer or quieter

• It has been increased in volume

• It has been completely removed

• It has been made faster

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

The suffix "-ly" in "legitimately" changes the word into what part of speech?

• Noun

• Verb

• Adjective

• Adverb

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which of the following best describes how something appears if it is "askew"?

• Balanced and even

• Twisted or lopsided

• Neatly arranged

• Brightly colored

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4