WOD 5-12 to 5-16

Which of the following best describes the word "xenophobia"?

• An intense love for foreign travel

• A fear or hatred of strangers or foreigners

• The scientific study of ancient cultures

• A political system based on cultural diversity

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does the word "acerbic" most likely mean?

• Soft-spoken and kind

• Neutral and objective

• Sharp and biting in tone

• Confused and rambling

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

In the sentence, "A zephyr blew through the open window," what does "zephyr" refer to?

• A heavy thunderstorm

• A gentle breeze

• A cold draft

• A sudden gust of wind

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does a "kaleidoscope" suggest in the context of a child staring at it with wonder?

• A device that makes loud noises

• A tool used for measuring distances

• An object that displays changing patterns and colors

• A telescope for viewing distant planets

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which sentence best demonstrates the meaning of "wheedle"?

• She slammed the door after hearing the news.

• He tried to charm the teacher into giving him extra credit.

• They made a logical case for revising the schedule.

• She ignored his repeated attempts to get attention.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Which of the following words would best replace "acerbic" in the sentence: "After the heated debate, her comments were described as acerbic"?

• Gentle

• Harsh

• Unclear

• Supportive

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

If someone is accused of xenophobia, which action would most likely support this accusation?

• Welcoming foreign guests warmly

• Refusing to interact with people from other countries

• Studying different cultures in school

• Traveling abroad frequently

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Which scenario best illustrates the use of a kaleidoscope?

• Measuring the distance between two cities

• Observing colorful, shifting patterns through a tube

• Listening to a loud alarm

• Looking at stars through a telescope

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

A gentle zephyr is most likely to be experienced in which situation?

• During a hurricane

• On a calm spring afternoon

• In the middle of a snowstorm

• While standing near a volcano

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Which of the following is an example of someone trying to wheedle their way into a party?

• Demanding to be let in

• Politely complimenting the host and asking for an invitation

• Ignoring the party altogether

• Writing a formal complaint

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6