Vocabulary - Part 3

What is the meaning of the word "tumult"?

• A quiet conversation

• Loud, confused noise or commotion, often caused by a crowd

• A gentle breeze

• A peaceful gathering

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "misfortune" mean?

• Good luck

• A lucky event

• Bad luck or an unfortunate event

• A celebration

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

To "saunter" means to:

• Run quickly

• Walk in a slow, relaxed manner

• Jump up and down

• Stand still

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does it mean to "beckon" someone?

• Ignore them

• Signal someone to come closer

• Yell at them

• Push them away

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

A "shrill" sound is:

• Low and soft

• High-pitched and piercing

• Gentle and soothing

• Deep and rumbling

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

To "plunder" means to:

• Build something

• Steal goods using force

• Share with others

• Hide something

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is an "uproar"?

• A quiet moment

• A noisy disturbance

• A silent protest

• A calm discussion

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

To "ponder" means to:

• Ignore something

• Think about something carefully

• Forget quickly

• Talk loudly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

A "wedge" is:

• A round object

• A piece of material with one thick end and one thin end that is driven between two objects to secure or separate them

• A flat surface

• A string

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

"Imprudence" means:

• Careful respect

• Bold disrespect or rudeness

• Quiet obedience

• Honest mistake

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F