20 Multiple choice questions

At a party, Zoe tasted a drink that was lacking flavor, vigor, or interest; it was quite dull. Which word best describes the drink?

• To clear someone from blame or fault.

• A division or split, especially in a group.

• A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction.

• Lacking flavor, vigor, or interest; dull.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Rohan and Hannah are working on a group project, but they can't agree on how to proceed. Every suggestion leads to more disagreement, and neither side is willing to compromise. What term best describes their situation?

• To clear someone from blame or fault.

• A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction.

• To deliberately make something unclear or confusing.

• A situation where no progress is possible.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Olivia was assigned to lead a group project, but she failed to organize meetings, didn't contribute ideas, and let the team fall behind schedule. Her classmates described her as feckless.

What does "feckless" mean in this context?

• Lacking initiative or strength; ineffective.

• Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual way.

• To clear someone from blame or fault.

• A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Liam noticed that his team was working slowly until a new project deadline was announced, which gave everyone a sudden boost of energy and focus. What did the deadline provide for the team?

• To clear someone from blame or fault.

• A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction.

• Force or motivation driving an action or process.

• Just coming into existence; emerging.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Samuel developed a new software application and decided to keep the source code private, allowing only his company to use and sell it. What term best describes Samuel's approach?

• A) A division or split, especially in a group.

• B) To deliberately make something unclear or confusing.

• C) Relating to ownership; exclusive rights.

• D) Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual way.

Tags

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

During a team meeting, Jackson gave a presentation that went on for much longer than necessary, filled with unnecessary details and lengthy explanations. What term best describes Jackson's style of speaking?

• A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction.

• Excessive length or wordiness in speech or writing.

• Excessively flattering or ingratiating; oily.

• To clear someone from blame or fault.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Sophia was accused of breaking a classroom rule, but after reviewing the evidence, the teacher realized she was not at fault. What does it mean to exonerate Sophia?

• A) A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction.

• B) In a state of decline or near death.

• C) To clear someone from blame or fault.

• D) Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual way.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

At Luna's school, the student council was once united, but recently, disagreements over event planning have caused a major conflict. Now, the council is split into two groups, each refusing to work with the other. What term best describes this situation?

• A) A situation where no progress is possible.

• B) To select and organize items for presentation.

• C) In a state of decline or near death.

• D) A division or split, especially in a group.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Priya has started a new business that is just coming into existence and beginning to grow. Which word best describes the stage of Priya's business?

• A) A division or split, especially in a group.

• B) A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction.

• C) A situation where no progress is possible.

• D) Just coming into existence; emerging.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

After winning the championship, Aria was ecstatic. What does 'ecstatic' mean in this context?

• Overwhelmed with intense joy or delight.

• In a state of decline or near death.

• A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction.

• Easily angered; bad-tempered.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4