STAAR Bootcamp: Word Whack Informational Selection

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English
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9th Grade
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Easy
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Standards-aligned
Abby Hightower
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10 questions
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1.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
2 mins • 2 pts
A hail storm or even rain can _______ construction work.
Description: This word means to stop, prevent, or block from achieving a goal
2.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
2 mins • 2 pts
In 1903, many people thought cars were an unreliable _______.
Description: This is something unusual and is often seen as temporary.
Tags
CCSS.RI.7.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
3.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
2 mins • 2 pts
The challenges of the trip showed that long-distance car travel was _______ in 1903.
Description: This refers to something that is not sensible or realistic.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
4.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
2 mins • 2 pts
Dr. Jackson’s belief in the trip’s success showed his _______ about the difficult journey.
Description: This refers to a hopeful or positive attitude about the future.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
5.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
2 mins • 2 pts
Automakers offered to _________ Jackson’s trip, but he declined.
Description: This is the act of providing financial or logistical support.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
6.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
2 mins • 2 pts
Dr. Jackson agreed to a $50 ________ to prove cars could handle long distances.
Description: This is a bet or challenge that someone accepts; it involves money or a reward.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
2 mins • 2 pts
The raods were made of dirt, sand, or gravel, but the driver wished they were _______ so travel could be easier.
Description: This word has multiple meanings. It can mean a piece of ground covered with concrete, asphalt, or bricks. It also means to make progress easier or prepare for future developments.
Tags
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
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