Benchmark Vocab Day 1

Maria approached the podium with a confident smile. Her speech was both articulate and persuasive, earning a standing ovation from the audience.

What does the word *articulate* most likely mean?

• silent

• angry

• well-spoken

• shy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

As the storm intensified, the waves battered the shoreline with relentless force, leaving behind a desolate landscape. What does the word *desolate* most likely mean?

• empty

• cheerful

• wet

• crowded

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Jeremy’s tenacity was clear when he continued practicing for hours each day, determined to master the violin despite repeated setbacks. What does the word *tenacity* most likely mean?

• determination

• fear

• confusion

• laziness

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

The teacher’s explanation was so lucid that even the most confused students began to understand the concept clearly.

What does the word lucid most likely mean?

• brief

• difficult

• boring

• clear

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

1. The committee reached a consensus after much debate, agreeing on the best course of action for the project.

What does the word *consensus* most likely mean?

• conflict

• silence

• argument

• agreement

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

1. Her spontaneous decision to take a road trip led to the most unforgettable weekend of her life.What does the word spontaneous most likely mean?

• unplanned

• boring

• planned

• confusing

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Though exhausted, she remained vigilant throughout the night, watching over her sick child without rest.

What does the word vigilant most likely mean?

• watchful

• tired

• careless

• sleepy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

His comments were so redundant that the audience grew tired of hearing the same point repeated over and over again. What does the word *redundant* most likely mean?

• repetitive

• funny

• interesting

• necessary

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

The scientist was meticulous in her research, double-checking every calculation and documenting each step. What does the word *meticulous* most likely mean?

• quick

• careless

• careful

• bored

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Despite his injuries, the firefighter's bravery was evident as he entered the burning building to save the trapped family. What does the word *bravery* most likely mean?

• luck

• fear

• courage

• anger

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4