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.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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