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List 3: Words 11 - 20

Authored by Robyn Schnitzer

English

10th Grade

CCSS covered

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List 3: Words 11 - 20
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the definition of the word "luminous"?

Extremely dark and gloomy

Emitting or reflecting light, glowing; illuminating

Dull and lacking brightness

Completely opaque

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the word "obsequious" mean?

Showing a lack of interest or concern

Excessively eager to please or obey

Being straightforward and honest

Acting independently and assertively

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Define the term "obtuse."

Sharp and quick-witted

Lacking sharpness of intellect; not clear or precise in thought or expression

Extremely intelligent and perceptive

Very narrow-minded

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does "oscillate" mean?

To remain still and unmoving

To swing back and forth with a steady rhythm

To move in a straight line

To rotate in a circular motion

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of "penitent"?

Feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done wrong

Being proud and unrepentant

Feeling indifferent about one's actions

Being unaware of one's mistakes

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Define "peremptory."

Allowing for discussion and debate

Insisting on immediate attention or obedience, especially in a brusquely imperious way

Being open to suggestions and changes

Encouraging a relaxed and easy-going attitude

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does "rebuff" mean?

To accept or welcome warmly

To reject or criticize sharply

To consider carefully

To support or endorse

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

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