Vocabulary Words: April 4th

What is the meaning of the word 'Calamity'?

• A happy event

• A minor inconvenience

• An event resulting in great loss and misfortune

• A routine occurrence

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The word 'Casual' means:

• Formal

• Relaxed

• Complicated

• Urgent

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2E

CCSS.W.9-10.1D

CCSS.W.9-10.2E

Define the word 'Chortle'.

• A type of dance

• A hearty laugh

• A type of bird

• A musical instrument

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the definition of 'Cower'?

• Cower means to show submission or fear.

• Cower means to show bravery.

• Cower means to show happiness.

• Cower means to show anger.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does 'Curt' mean?

• Rude or abrupt in speech or manner

• A type of fabric

• A musical instrument

• A historical event

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

The meaning of 'Dormant' is:

• Active

• Inactive

• Growing

• Moving

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'Dubious'?

• Uncertain

• Certain

• Clear

• Obvious

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

'Falter' is defined as:

• to walk steadily

• to hesitate or waver

• to speak clearly

• to run swiftly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

'Idle' means:

• Active

• Inactive

• Busy

• Engaged

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

The word 'Keen' means:

• Dull

• Sharp

• Lazy

• Slow

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C