Vocabulary Quiz for Grade 9

What is the meaning of the word "Inconspicuous"?

• Clearly visible

• Not clearly visible or attracting attention

• Extremely noticeable

• Brightly colored

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which word describes "Great fear or apprehension"?

• Sanctuary

• Dread

• Errant

• Discreet

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is a "Sanctuary"?

• A place of danger

• A place of refuge or safety

• A place of worship

• A place of entertainment

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What does "Errant" mean?

• Following the correct path

• Straying from the proper course or standards

• Being punctual

• Being accurate

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Which word means "Suffering a severe and damaging lack of basic material and cultural benefits"?

• Deprived

• Discreet

• Vague

• Profoundly

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 "Discreet" mean?

• Loud and noticeable

• Careful and circumspect in one's speech or actions

• Reckless and careless

• Open and obvious

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What is the meaning of "Vague"?

• Clear and precise

• Of uncertain, indefinite, or unclear character or meaning

• Detailed and specific

• Well-defined

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word describes "Inability to do something successfully; ineptitude"?

• Competence

• Incompetence

• Proficiency

• Expertise

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does "Interim" refer to?

• The final stage

• The intervening time

• A permanent solution

• A beginning phase

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 "Inciting" mean?

• Calming down

• Encouraging or stirring up (violent or unlawful behavior)

• Suppressing

• Resolving peacefully

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4