Vocabulary and Spelling Lists for March 28

What is the meaning of the word 'farthing'?

• The word 'farthing' refers to a former monetary unit in the UK, equal to a quarter of a penny.

• A type of ancient Roman coin.

• A unit of weight used in medieval times.

• A type of sailing ship used in the 18th century.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of the word 'gargoyle'?

• A grotesque carved human or animal face or figure projecting from the gutter of a building, typically acting as a spout to carry water clear of a wall.

• A type of ancient musical instrument.

• A rare species of bird found in the Amazon rainforest.

• A traditional French dish made with snails.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What is the meaning of the word 'ensue'?

• The meaning of the word 'ensue' is to occur afterward or as a result.

• To prevent something from happening

• To begin something new

• To end or conclude something

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

What is the meaning of the word 'impending'?

• The meaning of the word 'impending' is something that is about to happen or is imminent.

• The meaning of the word 'impending' is something that has already happened.

• The meaning of the word 'impending' is something that is unlikely to happen.

• The meaning of the word 'impending' is something that is irrelevant.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of the word 'scarper'?

• To run away quickly

• To eat hastily

• To sleep soundly

• To speak loudly

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of the word 'coach'?

• The word 'coach' can refer to a person who trains or instructs others, particularly in sports or personal development. It can also mean a vehicle for transporting passengers.

• A type of fruit.

• A musical instrument.

• A type of clothing.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

What is the meaning of the word 'quay'?

• The meaning of the word 'quay' is a structure on the shore of a harbor where ships may dock to load and unload.

• A type of bird found near water.

• A traditional dance from Scotland.

• A type of fabric used in making sails.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the meaning of the word 'shroud'?

• A cloth or sheet in which a corpse is wrapped for burial.

• A type of musical instrument.

• A kind of ancient building.

• A style of painting.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Choose the correct spelling: buccaneer

• buccaneer

• bucaneer

• bucaneir

• buccaneir

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Choose the correct spelling: fortune

• fortune

• fortuen

• fortuine

• fortuen

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F