Vocabulary Mastery: The Interlopers

Use the word "interlopers" in a sentence that demonstrates its meaning.

• The interlopers were welcomed with open arms by the community.

• The interlopers were seen as unwelcome intruders in the private meeting.

• The interlopers were the honored guests at the event.

• The interlopers were the main organizers of the festival.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

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

• Beneficial

• Toxic

• Irritant

• Pleasant

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Identify the antonym of "vain" from the options below.

• Humble

• Proud

• Conceited

• Arrogant

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Create a sentence using the word "wrested" that shows its meaning.

• The trophy was taken from the champion after a fierce competition.

• The trophy was gently handed over to the winner.

• The trophy was ignored by the competitors.

• The trophy was lost in the shuffle.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Explain how the word "acquiesce" is used in a text to show agreement.

• Acquiesce is used to show a loud and enthusiastic agreement.

• Acquiesce is used to show uncertain or passive agreement.

• Acquiesce is used to show a disagreement.

• Acquiesce is used to show a neutral stance.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which sentence best uses the word "plight" to describe a difficult situation?

• The plight of the hero was celebrated by everyone.

• The plight of the refugees was ignored by the media.

• The plight of the winners was joyful.

• The plight of the students was easy to solve.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is a synonym for "detest"?

• Love

• Admire

• Abhor

• Enjoy

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Use "assuredly" in a sentence that reflects its meaning.

• Assuredly, the outcome was uncertain and doubtful.

• Assuredly, the sun will rise in the east tomorrow.

• Assuredly, the plan was full of errors.

• Assuredly, the results were unpredictable.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which of the following sentences uses "muster" correctly?

• He mustered his courage and faced the challenge head-on.

• He mustered his books on the shelf.

• He mustered his dinner quickly.

• He mustered his shoes in the closet.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Identify the antonym of "evident" from the options below.

• Obvious

• Clear

• Hidden

• Apparent

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4