"Sweet Potato Pie" Vocabulary Practice

What does the word "scurrying" mean?

• Walking slowly

• Short, quick steps

• Running fast

• Standing still

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word describes a sudden powerful or upward movement?

• Hover

• Surge

• Saunter

• Guffaw

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

How would you describe someone who acts "gingerly"?

• Recklessly

• In a careful or cautious manner

• Quickly

• Loudly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What does "seldom" mean?

• Often

• Always

• Rarely

• Never

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word means to remain in one place in the air?

• Saunter

• Hover

• Scurry

• Surge

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does "seasoned" mean in the context of food?

• Fresh

• Having salt, pepper, or spices added

• Raw

• Overcooked

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is a "nuance"?

• A large difference

• A slight variation, a shade of meaning

• A loud noise

• A bright color

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word describes someone who is thin and bony?

• Gaunt

• Ubiquitous

• Garish

• Brackish

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is an "edifice"?

• A small room

• A building

• A piece of furniture

• A type of plant

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What does "ubiquitous" mean?

• Rarely seen

• Everywhere all at once

• Hidden

• Unique

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4