Vocabulary Test 31-40

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of "discredit"?

• A student receives an award for academic excellence.

• A politician is caught in a scandal, leading to a loss of public trust.

• A teacher praises a student for their hard work.

• A company is recognized for its ethical business practices.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Analyze the following situation: A person feels exhausted after a long day of work. Which word from the list best describes this feeling?

• Empathy

• Enervating

• Ephemeral

• Exasperation

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following actions would most likely be considered an attempt to "emulate" someone?

• Ignoring someone's advice.

• Copying a successful entrepreneur's business strategies.

• Criticizing a peer's achievements.

• Avoiding a role model's behavior.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Evaluate the following statement: "The sunset was beautiful but evanescent." What does "evanescent" imply about the sunset?

• It was permanent and unchanging.

• It was brief and quickly disappeared.

• It was dull and unremarkable.

• It was intense and overwhelming.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Which of the following best describes a "divergent" path in a forest?

• A path that leads directly to a single destination.

• A path that splits into multiple directions.

• A path that circles back to the starting point.

• A path that is blocked by fallen trees.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Consider a situation where a person feels "exasperation" while trying to solve a complex puzzle. What does this feeling indicate?

• Satisfaction and contentment.

• Frustration and irritation.

• Joy and excitement.

• Calmness and relaxation.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following is an example of "ephemeral" art?

• A sculpture made of marble.

• A digital painting stored on a computer.

• A sandcastle built on the beach.

• A mural painted on a city wall.

If a person shows "empathy" towards a friend, what are they doing?

• Ignoring the friend's feelings.

• Sharing and understanding the friend's emotions.

• Criticizing the friend's actions.

• Avoiding the friend's problems.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following actions would "enhance" the flavor of a dish?

• Removing all spices.

• Adding a pinch of salt and herbs.

• Overcooking the ingredients.

• Serving it cold.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

In a debate, one speaker shows "disdain" for the opposing viewpoint. What does this indicate about their attitude?

• They respect the opposing viewpoint.

• They regard the opposing viewpoint with scorn.

• They are indifferent to the opposing viewpoint.

• They are curious about the opposing viewpoint.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B