The Power of Failure Vocabulary

What is the definition of the word "aspire"?

• To give up on a goal and not pursue it in the future

• To seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal

• To be uncertain about something and unsure

• To be satisfied with what one has and know that it is enough

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following sentences correctly uses the word "counterintuitive"?

• It was counterintuitive to see the sun rise in the west.

• Her counterintuitive nature made her very predictable.

• The counterintuitive decision led to unexpected success.

• He was counterintuitive about his favorite book.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

What is a synonym for the word "inevitable"?

• Avoidable

• Uncertain

• Unavoidable

• Optional

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CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

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

• She showed great grit by giving up easily.

• His grit was evident when he completed the marathon despite the pain.

• The grit of the sand was soft and smooth on the ocean shores in the warm weather.

• Grit is not necessary for success or for staying where you are.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

What does the word "reluctant" mean?

• Very eager and willing

• Hesitant or unwilling

• Confident, strong, and bold

• Certain and sure

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following is an synonym for "visionaries"?

• Dreamers

• Realists

• Innovators

• Pioneers

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CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

Select the sentence that uses the word "pursue" correctly.

• She decided to pursue her dreams of becoming a doctor.

• He pursued the ball into the net.

• They pursued the idea of staying home by going out.

• Pursuing is not related to following a goal or going further.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

What is the definition of "intellect"?

• Physical strength

• The ability to think and understand

• Emotional sensitivity

• Lack of knowledge

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which word is most similar in meaning to "influential"?

• Insignificant

• Powerful

• Weak

• Unimportant

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CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

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

• Her hobby was a serious job that she hated and did not like doing.

• He had no hobbies because he disliked all activities.

• Painting was her favorite hobby, and she did it every weekend.

• A hobby is something you must do for work.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4