Multiple Meaning Words

Which definition best matches the way the word watch is used in the line?

My dad loves to watch football in the fall.

• to look or observe, usually over a period of time

• a device usually worn around the write to help tell time

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Which definition best matches the way the word play is used in the line?

There are so many fun games to play at the carnival.

• to do an activity for enjoyment

• a performance, usually in front of an audience

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Which definition best matches the way the word ring is used in the line?

My friend lost her favorite ring when we went apple picking.

• to make a sound to signal something, like a bell or phone

• a piece of jewelry usually worn on the finger

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Which definition best matches the way the word bolt is used in the line?

Blake pulled back the rusty bolt, and the heavy door slowly opened.

• A sliding bar used to fasten a door

• To run away

• A flash of lightning

• The dog from the movie Bolt

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Read the dictionary entry for the word favor.

Which definition best matches the way the word march is used in the line?

The band played a slow waltz, followed by a much faster march.

• Meaning 1

• Meaning 2

• Meaning 3

• Meaning 4

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Read the dictionary entry for the word favor.

post / pohst/ noun 1. a strong piece of wood used to support or hold something 2. a military base with permanent buildings 3. the station where a person is located while on duty, such as a soldier or nurse 4. a person who travels carrying mail or money

Which definition best matches the way the word post is used in the line?

The officer was on duty at the high school basketball game and he received a call from his boss at the police station. Evidently, they were busy, and the officer needed to return to his post at the station.

• Meaning 1

• Meaning 2

• Meaning 3

• Meaning 4

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Janelle was upset that her father took away her cell phone when the situation really wasn’t her fault. She was told by her teacher that she could retake her algebra test to bring her grade up and then; when she went to take the test, her teacher said it was too late. It annoyed her that her teacher was the real reason that she lost her phone. Or maybe it was that she didn’t study very hard for algebra all semester? Who knows?

Which word is an ANTONYM for annoyed as used in the paragraph above?

• disturbed

• amused

• encouraged

• worried

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CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.5C