Unit 15 ELA 1-2

What does dearth mean?

• A method of cooking.
• Scarcity or lack of something.
• A type of fruit.
• Abundance of resources.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does unassailable mean?

• Unassailable means easily attacked.
• Unassailable refers to something that can be questioned.
• Unassailable is a term for something that is weak.
• Unassailable means unable to be attacked or conquered.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does raze mean?

• To partially damage or harm.
• To build or construct something new.
• To renovate or improve a structure.
• To completely destroy or demolish.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What does languid mean?

• Energetic and lively
• Lazy, slowed, relaxed

• Strong and powerful
• Vibrant and full of life

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does cursory mean?

• Cursory indicates a deep and comprehensive analysis.
• Cursory refers to something that is slow and careful.
• Cursory means hasty and not thorough.
• Cursory means detailed and thorough.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What is a lassitude?

• Lassitude is a state of weariness or lack of energy.
• A medical condition requiring surgery.
• A type of physical exercise.
• A feeling of extreme happiness.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What is a recluse?

• A recluse is someone who enjoys large gatherings.
• A recluse is someone who lives in seclusion and avoids social contact.
• A recluse is a type of exotic plant.
• A recluse is a person who travels frequently.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What does lavish mean?

• Lavish mean cheap or affordable.

• Lavish means minimal or restrained.
• Lavish means simple or plain.
• Lavish means extravagant or excessive.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What does rebuff mean?

• To reject or refuse bluntly.
• To ignore or overlook completely.
• To discuss or negotiate terms.
• To accept or agree politely.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does debilitate mean?

• To weaken or impair.
• To enhance or improve.
• To confuse or mislead.
• To stabilize or strengthen.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F