Unit 5 Chapter 5 Vocabulary Test

Read the sentence from the text:

Jamie's shrewd strategic thinking combined with Alex's quick reflexes made them a formidable team.

What does the word "shrewd" mean as it is used in this sentence?

• Naive or gullible.
• Indecisive or hesitant.
• Clumsy or awkward.
• Astute or perceptive.

Read the following excerpt:

Throughout their adventure, Jamie learned to admire Alex's ability to translate complex scenarios into simple solutions, while Alex found himself respecting Jamie's creativity and determination. Jamie was like the speaker, and Alex was the scribe. Their movements became synchronized, their differences forgotten as they focused on their common goal.

What does the word "scribe" tell us about Alex in this paragraph?

• Alex is disorganized and chaotic.
• Alex is indifferent and uninvolved.
• Alex is overly critical and dismissive.
• Alex is detail-oriented and supportive.

What does the word "translate" mean as it is used in the paragraph below:

As she exhaled a sigh of contentment, Jamie entered the arcade, her mind already buzzing with hashtags and captions. But as she turned a corner, she nearly collided with Alex, the barista from her old high school, who was there for his own escape from the daily grind. Alex was the kind of guy who could translate the intricacies of coffee culture into art, but back in school, he and Jamie had been nothing short of sworn enemies.

• Change the physical form of an object.
• Interpret emotions through body language.
• Convert text from one language to another.
• Express or convey complex ideas in an understandable way.

Read the following excerpt:

As she exhaled a sigh of contentment, Jamie entered the arcade, her mind already buzzing with hashtags and captions. But as she turned a corner, she nearly collided with Alex, the barista from her old high school, who was there for his own escape from the daily grind. Alex was the kind of guy who could translate the intricacies of coffee culture into art, but back in school, he and Jamie had been nothing short of sworn enemies.

What does the word "exhaled" tell us about Jamie?

• Jamie is feeling content and relaxed and breathes out to show she is okay.

• Jamie is angry and frustrated and breathes out in an angry manner.

• Jamie is indifferent and bored and breathes out a sigh that shows she is bored.

• Jamie is feeling anxious and stressed and breathes out a sigh of anger.

What does the word "virtues" mean as it is used in the following excerpt?

Despite their initial reluctance, Jamie and Alex soon realized that their survival depended on cooperation. Jamie's shrewd strategic thinking combined with Alex's quick reflexes made them a formidable team. As they navigated through levels filled with challenges, they began to appreciate each other's virtues.

• personal weaknesses
• moral dilemmas
• positive qualities or strengths
• physical challenges

Read the following sentence from the passage:

Their teenage rivalry had been fueled by a series of misunderstandings and a mutual penchant for throwing creative insults.

What does the word "insults" tell us about the relationship between Alex and Jamie?

• Their relationship is marked by a competitive and antagonistic dynamic.
• Their interactions are characterized by kindness and encouragement.
• They share a strong friendship with no conflicts.
• Their relationship is based on mutual admiration and support.

Read the following excerpt:

Jamie had once accused Alex of being corrupt in their debate club, while Alex had retaliated by mocking her literature project, calling it an excavation of mediocrity. Needless to say, they were like oil and water.

How does the word "corrupt" describe Alex according to Jamie?

• Alex is described as morally compromised or unethical.
• Alex is described as a brilliant scholar with no flaws.
• Alex is seen as a role model for ethical behavior.
• Alex is praised for his integrity and honesty.

What does the word "imagine" tell us that Jamie is doing in the following excerpt from the passage?

As they exited the arcade, Jamie couldn't help but imagine the potential for a new movement in their relationship—one based on understanding and mutual respect rather than rivalry. They parted ways with a promise to keep in touch, their past grudges left behind like an outdated game on a dusty shelf.

• Jamie is ignoring their feelings about the relationship.
• Jamie is envisioning a new, positive direction for their relationship.
• Jamie is planning a competitive game.
• Jamie is reminiscing about past conflicts.

Read the following excerpt:

In the heart of a bustling city, nestled between trendy cafes and eccentric boutiques, stood an old-school arcade that seemed to defy the modern culture of digital entertainment. Its neon lights flickered with nostalgic charm, drawing in both the young and the young-at-heart.

What does the word "culture" mean as it is used in this text?

• the prevailing trends and practices in entertainment
• a type of video game
• a historical event
• a specific location in the city

Read the excerpt below from the passage:

Jamie had once accused Alex of being corrupt in their debate club, while Alex had retaliated by mocking her literature project, calling it an excavation of mediocrity. Needless to say, they were like oil and water.

What does the word "literature" tell us about the project Jamie had completed in school?

• Jamie created a visual art piece.
• Jamie worked on a science project.
• Jamie completed a project related to literary works.
• Jamie wrote a historical essay.