Vocabulary Quiz: Context and Meaning

What is the meaning of the word "tangible"?

• Capable of being touched

• Without form or substance

• Unable to be seen

• Imaginary

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following best describes a "vagabond"?

• A person with a fixed home

• A person who moves from place to place without a fixed home

• A person who travels for work

• A person who stays in one place

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does the verb "blanched" mean?

• To add color

• To take the color out of; bleach

• To darken

• To paint

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following is an example of something "impending"?

• A past event

• A current event

• An event that is about to happen

• An event that will never happen

What does "writhed" mean in the context of movement?

• To stand still

• To twist and turn this way and that

• To walk straight

• To jump up and down

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following best describes a "notorious" person?

• Unknown

• Favorably known

• Generally known, especially unfavorably

• Secretive

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is an "aperture" in the context of photography?

• A type of camera

• The opening in a camera lens that allows light through

• A camera brand

• A photo editing tool

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the role of a "coroner"?

• To investigate the cause of death not due to natural causes

• To perform surgeries

• To diagnose illnesses

• To treat patients

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does "endeavored" mean?

• To give up

• To make an effort or try

• To ignore

• To fail

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does "defray" mean in financial terms?

• To save money

• To pay or provide for the payment of

• To borrow money

• To invest money

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4