Vocabulary Mastery Challenge

Define the word "scarcely" in the context of the following sentence: "She scarcely had time to finish her homework before the bus arrived."

• Frequently

• Barely

• Easily

• Quickly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Which of the following is a synonym for "cunningly"?

• Honestly

• Deceptively

• Clumsily

• Loudly

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

Use the word "vexed" in a sentence that shows its meaning.

Identify the antonym of "acute" in the context of describing a sense or feeling.

• Sharp

• Dull

• Intense

• Keen

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

Create a sentence using the word "mournful" that demonstrates its meaning.

Which of the following sentences uses the word "stealthy" correctly?

• The stealthy cat loudly announced its presence.

• The stealthy cat quietly stalked its prey.

• The stealthy cat clumsily knocked over the vase.

• The stealthy cat brightly lit up the room.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "derision" in the context of the following sentence: "His suggestion was met with derision by his classmates."

• Praise

• Laughter

• Mockery

• Silence

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Identify a synonym for "wary."

• Careless

• Cautious

• Reckless

• Bold

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Use the word "partially" in a sentence that shows its meaning.

Which of the following is an antonym for "retribution"?

• Forgiveness

• Revenge

• Justice

• Punishment

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A