Chapters 1-4 Vocabulary Quiz ALWTW

What is the best definition of the word "tribe"?

• A type of plant found in the desert

• A group of people who share the same culture and ancestors

• A tool used for digging

• A kind of fruit

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Which word means "a low, thick growth of bushes and small trees"?

• Scrub

• Drone

• Mortar

• Revolution

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What does the word "stunted" mean?

• To grow quickly

• To be stopped or slowed in growth

• To make a loud noise

• To move in circles

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

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

• The gourd was used as a container to carry water.

• The gourd barked loudly at the stranger.

• She wore a gourd on her feet to keep warm.

• He used a gourd to write his homework.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Which sentence best uses the word "prod"?

• The teacher prodded the student to answer the question.

• The prod was flying high in the sky.

• She prodded the soup before eating it.

• He prodded the book on the shelf.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Select the sentence that uses "drone" correctly.

• The drone of the bees made it hard to concentrate.

• He drone the ball across the field.

• She wore a drone to the party.

• The drone was a type of fruit.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Read the following sentence and answer the question: "The revolution changed the way people lived in the country." What does the word "revolution" mean in this sentence?

• A slow change in the weather

• A sudden and complete change in government or society

• A type of plant

• A musical instrument

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Read the passage and answer the question: "During the civil war, many families had to leave their homes and find safety elsewhere." What does the term "civil war" mean in this context?

• A war between two countries

• A war between groups within the same country

• A peaceful agreement

• A type of celebration

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

Analyze the following sentence: "The stunted trees in the scrub could not grow tall because of the poor soil." Which two vocabulary words are used, and how do they work together to describe the setting?

• "Stunted" and "scrub" both describe the healthy, tall trees in a forest.

• "Stunted" describes the limited growth of the trees, and "scrub" describes the area of low, bushy plants, showing a harsh environment.

• "Stunted" means the trees are very old, and "scrub" means the area is full of water.

• "Stunted" and "scrub" both mean the area is full of flowers.

Tags

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

Read the passage and answer the question: "Explosions from mortars echoed across the village as the civil war continued." How does the use of the word "mortars" help you understand the situation in the village?

• It shows that the village is peaceful and quiet.

• It suggests that the village is experiencing fighting and danger from weapons.

• It means the village is celebrating with fireworks.

• It tells us the village is building new houses.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4