Vocabulary Challenge for Book 9

What does the word 'benevolent' mean?

• Selfish and greedy; showing hostility.

• Indifferent and apathetic; lacking concern.

• Deceitful and manipulative; showing malice.

• Kind and charitable; showing goodwill.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.4.6

Choose the synonym for 'arduous': difficult, easy, simple, or quick?

• challenging

• difficult

• exhausting

• tedious

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

What is the antonym of 'diligent'?

• lazy

• indifferent

• careless

• negligent

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Use 'meticulous' in a sentence that shows its meaning.

• The artist was meticulous in her painting, ensuring every brushstroke was perfect.

• The gardener was meticulous in planting seeds randomly without a plan.

• The chef was meticulous in preparing a quick meal without any care.

• The student was meticulous in finishing the exam in a hurry.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.4.6

What does the prefix 'un-' mean in the word 'unhappy'?

• not or opposite of

• the same as

• to increase

• to change completely

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

Identify the suffix in the word 'happiness' and explain its meaning.

• -ing

• -ness

• -ly

• -ful

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3A

Which word is related to 'audible'?

• olfactory

• tactile

• visual

• sound

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does 'candid' mean in the context of a conversation?

• Formal and structured.

• Reserved and quiet.

• Open and honest.

• Deceptive and misleading.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.4.6

Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 'The teacher was very ___ about the rules.' (options: vague, clear, ambiguous)

• confusing

• clear

• strict

• lenient

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.4.6

What is the meaning of 'transient' in relation to time?

• Permanent or everlasting.

• Consistent or stable.

• Temporary or short-lived.

• Occasional or sporadic.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C