Set 10-11 Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "aggregate" mean?

• To separate; divide

• To gather; accumulate

• To destroy; demolish

• To scatter; disperse

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of "cacophony"?

• A pleasant melody

• A soft whisper

• A harsh, discordant mixture of sounds

• A gentle hum

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

How would you describe someone who is "contemptuous"?

• Feeling admiration; respectful

• Feeling hatred; scornful

• Feeling joy; cheerful

• Feeling fear; anxious

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "effervescent" mean?

• Dull; lifeless

• Bubbly; lively

• Calm; serene

• Quiet; reserved

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the definition of "dilapidated"?

• Newly built; pristine

• Falling apart or ruined; run-down

• Well-maintained; intact

• Modern; stylish

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "iniquity" refer to?

• Moral behavior

• Immoral or grossly unfair behavior

• Fairness and justice

• Kindness and compassion

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "myriad"?

• A small number

• A single entity

• In very great numbers; a very great number

• A limited amount

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does the word "pertinent" mean?

• Unrelated to the matter at hand

• Related to the matter at hand, to the point

• Confusing and unclear

• Outdated and irrelevant

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 "rescind"?

• To approve, confirm

• To repeal, cancel

• To create, establish

• To delay, postpone

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

What does "vehement" mean?

• Calm, peaceful

• Intense, forceful, powerful

• Weak, ineffective

• Quiet, reserved

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D