Vocabulary Quiz for Grade 5

The lawyer was an advocate for children’s rights, always speaking up to ensure their voices were heard. What does the word "advocate" mean in the text?

• Opponent

• Supporter

• Stranger

• Observer

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

The dark clouds made it easy to anticipate a storm later in the day. What does the word "anticipate" mean in the text?

• Predict

• Prevent

• Ignore

• Enjoy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The concept of gravity explains why objects fall to the ground. What does the word "concept" mean in the text?

• Idea

• Rule

• Mistake

• Problem

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

The witness’s statement seemed to contradict what the detective had discovered, creating confusion about the case. What does the word "contradict" mean in the text?

• Support

• Challenge

• Confirm

• Strengthen

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

The dentist had to extract the damaged tooth because it was causing pain. What does the word "extract" mean in the text?

• Remove

• Clean

• Repair

• Examine

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Learning to read is a fundamental skill that every child must develop. What does the word "fundamental" mean in the text?

• Unnecessary

• Important

• Optional

• Complicated

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

His ignorance of the traffic laws caused him to get a speeding ticket. What does the word "ignorance" mean in the text?

• Awareness

• Lack of knowledge

• Obedience

• Wisdom

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

The body’s internal organs, such as the heart and lungs, are protected by the ribcage. What does the word "internal" mean in the text?

• Inside

• Weak

• External

• Visible

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

The runners completed a preliminary race before advancing to the finals. What does the word "preliminary" mean in the text?

• Practice

• Slow

• Unnecessary

• Last

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

The lawyer’s argument was based on the premise that everyone deserves a fair trial. What does the word "premise" mean in the text?

• Assumption

• Confusion

• Lie

• Mistake

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D