Station 3: Vocabulary in Context

The storm subsided, and the once ferocious wind became a gentle breeze. What does "ferocious" most likely mean?

• Weak

• Gentle

• Wild and strong

• Slow-moving

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Despite the loud noises outside, Leo remained tranquil, calmly finishing his book. What does "tranquil" most likely mean?

• Excited

• Restless

• Peaceful

• Confused

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

The athlete’s perseverance helped him train every day, even when he was exhausted. What does "perseverance" most likely mean?

• Quitting when things get tough

• Pushing through challenges

• Ignoring the rules

• Winning every game

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Because the new video game was so innovative, it introduced features no one had ever seen before. What does "innovative" most likely mean?

• Old-fashioned

• Creative and new

• Confusing

• Difficult to play

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

"The arid desert had little vegetation, and the hot sun made it difficult for animals to survive."

What does the word arid most likely mean in this sentence?

• Wet and rainy

• Hot and dry

• Full of plants

• Cold and windy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

"After walking for hours, Carlos felt completely fatigued and needed to rest before continuing his journey."

Which word best defines fatigued?

• Excited

• Tired

• Energetic

• Angry

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

"The scientist carefully analyzed the data, examining each number and chart to find patterns."

What does the word analyzed most likely mean?

• Ignored

• Studied

• Created

• Destroyed

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

"The teacher was apprehensive about the test scores because the students found the material difficult."

What is the meaning of apprehensive?

• Nervous or worried

• Excited and happy

• Confident and prepared

• Unconcerned

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

"The students were elated when they learned they had won the science competition."

What does elated mean in this sentence?

• Angry

• Bored

• Extremely happy

• Confused

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

"The mountain climbers used a rudimentary map, which only showed a few landmarks and paths."

What does rudimentary mean in this sentence?

• Detailed and complete

• Basic and simple

• Difficult to read

• Useless

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C