"The Raven" Vocabulary Pre-Assessment
Authored by Amy Fowler
English
7th Grade
CCSS covered
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
"Despite her calm countenance, she was feeling nervous about the presentation."
The word countenance most likely means:
A person's facial expression or demeanor
A type of clothing or accessory
A formal title or position
A sudden burst of energy or emotion
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
"The craven soldier fled from the battlefield, abandoning his comrades in their time of need."
The word craven most likely means:
Brave and heroic
Cowardly and lacking courage
Strong and courageous
Loyal and devoted
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
"The professor's discourse on the theme of the poem was thought-provoking."
The word discourse most likely means:
A short conversation
A formal and extended discussion
A written report
A brief announcement
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
"She implored him to reconsider his decision, hoping he would change his mind."
The word implore most likely means:
To suggest casually
To ask with importance
To ignore completely
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
"The placid lake reflected the clear blue sky, with hardly a ripple disturbing its surface."
The word placid most likely means:
Stormy and turbulent
Calm and peaceful
Shallow and dirty
Rough and windy
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.6.4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
"After the tornado, the once lively town appeared desolate, with abandoned buildings and empty streets."
The word desolate most likely means:
Crowded and exciting
Cheerful and welcoming
Empty and bleak
Clean and orderly
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
45 sec • 1 pt
"The dark clouds and the distant thunder created an ominous atmosphere, signaling that a storm was approaching."
The word ominous most likely means:
Pleasant and inviting
Threatening and dark
Bright and cheerful
Clear and calm
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RL.7.4
CCSS.RI.6.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
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