Wonder - Via Vocab - Part 2 - LK

What does the word fashionista mean in the sentence below?

Auggie and Via's mom was a fashionista when she was younger.

• A person who designs clothing for a living.
• Someone who avoids following fashion trends.
• A term for a person who only wears vintage clothes.
• A person who is very interested in fashion and follows trends.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What does the word catastrophe mean in the sentence below?

The Titanic was a shipwreck that was a true catastrophe. Over 1,100 people died!

• A disastrous event causing great loss or suffering.
• A celebration of maritime achievements.
• A type of ship used for luxury travel.
• A minor inconvenience that causes some trouble.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What does the word flaky mean in the sentence below?

Miranda had always been a bit flaky when it came to returning calls.

• dependable or consistent
• punctual or timely
• unreliable or inconsistent
• predictable or steady

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CCSS.L.3.2F

What does the word quivered mean in the sentence below?

August quivered when he heard what Jack was saying about him.

• walked away
• trembled or shook slightly

• laughed loudly

• stayed still

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

What does the word meticulously mean in the sentence below?

Auggie meticulously combed his hair trying to get every strand in place.

• With little care and attention.
• In a hurried and careless manner.
• Without care or concern.

• With geat attention to detail.

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CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

What does the word apparition mean in the sentence below?

There was an apparition standing at the end of the hall.

• A bright light
• A ghostly figure or supernatural appearance.
• A type of furniture
• A loud noise

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What does the word exasperated mean in the sentence below?

Mom was completely exasperated when I snapped at her while I answered her.

• calm and collected

• indifferent and unconcerned
• happy and cheerful
• frustrated and annoyed

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word babushka mean in the sentence below?

The Russian girl wore a warm babushka to fight off the cold.

• a type of Russian pastry
• a traditional dance
• a warm winter coat
• a warm headscarf or shawl

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does the word defective mean in the sentence below?

We had to return the package to the store because it was defective.

• perfect or in excellent condition
• damaged but still usable
• flawed or not functioning properly
• returned for a different reason

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CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does the word giddy mean in the sentence below?

The girl was giddy when Mom told her that they were going to her favorite concert!

• Excited and joyful
• Confused and lost
• Angry and upset
• Bored and uninterested

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4