Vocabulary - Holes by Louis Sachar (Chapters 1-6)

The desert was a barren wasteland, with no signs of life or vegetation. What does "wasteland" mean?

• A busy town

• A deserted area not in use

• A deep forest

• A large ocean

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The air in the small attic was stifling, making it hard to breathe. What does "stifling" mean?

• Cold and refreshing

• Very hot or suffocating

• Full of fresh air

• Moist and cool

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

Maria’s ancestors were Gypsies, traveling from town to town, earning a living through music and fortune-telling. What does "Gypsies" mean?

• A group of farmers

• A traveling group living by seasonal work and trade

• A group of teachers

• A famous family

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

The abandoned house looked neglected, with broken windows and weeds growing everywhere. What does "neglected" mean?

• Well cared for

• Ignored and not taken care of

• Newly built

• Clean and organized

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

The fruit had been left out too long and had become shriveled and dry. What does "shriveled" mean?

• Fresh and juicy

• Shrunken and wrinkled

• Large and ripe

• Heavy and full

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The old woman warned the boy that stealing from her would bring a terrible curse upon him. What does "curse" mean?

• A good luck charm

• An evil spell

• A valuable treasure

• A happy feeling

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

The sign clearly stated that entering the property was forbidden. What does "forbidden" mean?

• Encouraged

• Not allowed

• Required

• Common

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Even though she kept failing, she showed perseverance by trying again and again. What does "perseverance" mean?

• Giving up quickly

• Working patiently to overcome challenges

• Ignoring the problem

• Complaining about difficulties

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The judge announced that the man had been convicted of the crime after the jury found him guilty. What does "convicted" mean?

• Given an award

• Found guilty of a crime

• Asked to leave

• Hired for a job

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Looking across the mountains, she marveled at the vast landscape stretching endlessly before her. What does "vast" mean?

• Very small

• Very large

• Hidden from view

• Expensive

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4