Vocabulary Lesson 4-6

What does the term 'affiliated' signify?

• Completely independent from other organizations

• Associated with or part of a larger organization

• Endorsed by an educator or authority figure

• Recognized widely for individual achievements

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is the meaning of the word 'ascertain'?

• To determine something with certainty by verifying the facts

• To evade responding to inquiries

• To disperse something extensively

• To make an unsubstantiated guess

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is the definition of attainment?

• An unexpected coincidence

• A moment of confusion or misunderstanding

• A goal or level achieved through effort or skill

• A situation that causes frustration

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the meaning of the word 'bequeath'?

• To leave something valuable to others, especially after one's death

• To disregard something trivial

• To make an official announcement

• To acquire knowledge gradually

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the meaning of the word 'cogent'?

• Hard to understand or unclear

• Persuasive and clearly articulated

• Aggressive and confrontational

• Brief and lacking in detail

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is the meaning of the term 'converge'?

• To come together from different directions

• To move apart or diverge

• To form a loop or cycle

• To follow someone in a stealthy manner

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What is the meaning of the word 'disperse'?

• To concentrate all efforts in a single location

• To distribute or spread over a wide area

• To ascend or remain suspended

• To generate a significant commotion

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word 'expunge'?

• To highlight something important

• To completely remove or erase something

• To focus on a specific detail

• To make something less complicated

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the definition of finite?

• Having limits in quantity or duration

• Challenging to comprehend

• Intended to be eternal

• Rapidly altering

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the meaning of the word 'invulnerable'?

• Always achieving success in every endeavor

• Incapable of being harmed, affected, or damaged

• Emotionally detached

• Possessing a strong personality but physically weak

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F