Mastering Vocabulary in Context

Use the word "Colossal" in a sentence that demonstrates its meaning.

• The colossal statue towered over the city, visible from miles away.

• The colossal statue was small and barely noticeable.

• The colossal statue was made of paper.

• The colossal statue was invisible.

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CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "Tangible."

• The tangible evidence was a rumor that spread quickly.

• The tangible evidence was a feeling of happiness.

• The tangible evidence was the fingerprints found at the scene.

• The tangible evidence was a dream I had last night.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Select the sentence that uses "Rectify" appropriately.

• She decided to rectify the situation by ignoring it completely.

• She decided to rectify the situation by apologizing for her mistake.

• She decided to rectify the situation by making it worse.

• She decided to rectify the situation by pretending it never happened.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence correctly uses the word "Plagiarism"?

• Plagiarism is when you create your own original work.

• Plagiarism is when you copy someone else's work without giving credit.

• Plagiarism is when you write a fictional story.

• Plagiarism is when you read a book.

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

Identify the sentence that uses "Infiltrate" correctly.

• The spy managed to infiltrate the organization without being detected.

• The spy managed to infiltrate the organization by staying outside.

• The spy managed to infiltrate the organization by announcing his presence.

• The spy managed to infiltrate the organization by leaving immediately.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the sentence that uses "Confound" appropriately.

• The magician's trick was designed to confound the audience.

• The magician's trick was designed to explain everything clearly.

• The magician's trick was designed to bore the audience.

• The magician's trick was designed to be ignored.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Select the sentence that uses "Harrowing" correctly.

• The harrowing experience was a relaxing day at the beach.

• The harrowing experience was a terrifying car accident.

• The harrowing experience was a peaceful nap.

• The harrowing experience was a fun party.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence correctly uses the word "Aloof"?

• She was aloof, always engaging in every conversation.

• She was aloof, often keeping to herself and not engaging with others.

• She was aloof, always the center of attention.

• She was aloof, constantly seeking approval.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Identify the sentence that uses "Rejuvenate" correctly.

• The vacation helped rejuvenate her, leaving her more tired than before.

• The vacation helped rejuvenate her, making her feel refreshed and energetic.

• The vacation helped rejuvenate her, making her feel older.

• The vacation helped rejuvenate her, making her feel stressed.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Choose the sentence that uses "Unanimous" appropriately.

• The decision was unanimous, with everyone disagreeing.

• The decision was unanimous, with everyone in agreement.

• The decision was unanimous, with only one person agreeing.

• The decision was unanimous, with no one voting.

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CCSS.L.3.2F