Vocabulary Application Challenge

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates a "bonanza"?

• A farmer finds a new type of seed that grows slowly.

• A company discovers a large deposit of gold in their mine.

• A student receives average grades throughout the year.

• A city experiences a decrease in tourism.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

In which situation would something "evolve"?

• A rock remains unchanged for centuries.

• A caterpillar transforms into a butterfly.

• A book is left unread on a shelf.

• A car is parked in a garage.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which of the following would likely receive "plaudits"?

• A student who consistently skips classes.

• A musician who performs an outstanding concert.

• A building that is left unfinished.

• A meal that is poorly cooked.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is an example of a "vigil"?

• A group of friends watching a movie.

• A family staying awake all night to watch over a sick relative.

• A person taking a nap in the afternoon.

• A student studying for an hour.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

In which context would "hover" be used correctly?

• A bird flying high in the sky.

• A helicopter remaining in one place above the ground.

• A car driving down the highway.

• A fish swimming in a pond.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Which situation involves a "decree"?

• A teacher giving homework to students.

• A king issuing a new law to his subjects.

• A child deciding what to eat for lunch.

• A friend suggesting a movie to watch.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is an example of "jostle"?

• A person walking alone in a park.

• A crowd pushing and shoving to get into a concert.

• A cat sleeping on a windowsill.

• A book resting on a shelf.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which scenario best describes "servile" behavior?

• A leader giving orders to a team.

• An employee who always agrees with the boss without question.

• A student challenging a teacher's opinion.

• A cat ignoring its owner's commands.

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

In which context is "excerpt" used correctly?

• A full novel being read in one sitting.

• A short passage taken from a book for analysis.

• A movie being watched from start to finish.

• A song played on repeat.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Which situation involves "collaborate"?

• Two artists working together on a painting.

• A person writing a book alone.

• A chef cooking a meal by themselves.

• A student studying in isolation.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4