The Hobbit Chapters 1-2 Vocabulary

In the bustling city square, a **throng** of people gathered to witness the street performer's act. What does the word "throng" most likely mean in this context?

• A small group

• A large crowd

• A single person

• A quiet area

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

The thief managed to **purloin** the valuable painting from the museum without being noticed. What does "purloin" mean in this sentence?

• Display

• Steal

• Admire

• Return

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

**Apparently**, the meeting was canceled because the organizer was not feeling well. What does "apparently" suggest in this context?

• Secretly

• Obviously

• Uncertainly

• Supposedly

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

The **audacious** explorer ventured into the uncharted jungle despite the warnings. What does "audacious" mean in this context?

• Timid

• Cautious

• Bold

• Careful

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

She was **cross** with her brother for breaking her favorite vase. What does "cross" mean in this sentence?

• Happy

• Angry

• Indifferent

• Excited

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

The child was **curious** about how the magician performed his tricks. What does "curious" mean in this context?

• Uninterested

• Bored

• Eager to know

• Afraid

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

The news of the accident cast a **grim** shadow over the entire community. What does "grim" mean in this context?

• Cheerful

• Joyful

• Serious

• Bright

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

The wizard chanted an **incantation** to summon the spirits. What does "incantation" mean in this context?

• A song

• A spell

• A joke

• A story

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The company's **policy** on remote work was updated to allow more flexibility. What does "policy" mean in this context?

• Suggestion

• Rule

• Complaint

• Question

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

The scientist's measurements were extremely **precise**, leaving no room for error. What does "precise" mean in this context?

• Vague

• Accurate

• Approximate

• Random

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4