Grade 7 Vocabulary Challenge

Which of the following is the correct spelling?

• accomplsh

• accomplish

• acomplish

• acmplish

Answer explanation

The correct spelling is 'accomplish', which means to achieve or complete something successfully. The other options contain misspellings.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of the word "grateful"?

• Feeling angry

• Feeling thankful

• Feeling tired

• Feeling bored

Answer explanation

The word "grateful" means feeling thankful. It expresses appreciation for kindness or benefits received, making "Feeling thankful" the correct choice among the options provided.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word means "helpful or resulting in good"?

• beneficial

• wilderness

• enthusiastic

• strategy

Answer explanation

The word "beneficial" means helpful or resulting in good, making it the correct choice. The other options do not convey this meaning.

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: "Her ________ helped her finish the race even when it was difficult."

• improvement

• determination

• wilderness

• strategy

Answer explanation

The word 'determination' best fits the sentence as it conveys the inner strength and resolve needed to overcome challenges, such as finishing a difficult race. The other options do not capture this essence.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.2.4C

CCSS.L.3.2E

Which of the following sentences uses the word "optimistic" correctly?

• He was optimistic about his chances of winning the game.

• She was optimistic in the deep forest.

• The optimistic was a type of animal.

• He optimistic the homework.

Answer explanation

The correct sentence is 'He was optimistic about his chances of winning the game.' because it uses 'optimistic' to describe a positive outlook, which is its proper usage. The other options misuse the word.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Select the word that is a noun:

• enthusiastic

• improvement

• grateful

• optimistic

Answer explanation

The word 'improvement' is a noun, referring to the process of making something better. In contrast, 'enthusiastic', 'grateful', and 'optimistic' are adjectives that describe a state or quality.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.2.4C

CCSS.L.3.2E

Which word would best describe a plan to achieve a goal?

• wilderness

• strategy

• grateful

• enthusiastic

Answer explanation

The word 'strategy' best describes a plan to achieve a goal, as it refers to a systematic approach or method. The other options do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which of the following best describes a "characteristic"?

• A plan to solve a problem

• A special quality or feature of something

• A feeling of thankfulness

• A wild, natural area

Answer explanation

A "characteristic" refers to a special quality or feature of something, making the second choice the best description. The other options do not accurately define what a characteristic is.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Imagine you are lost in the "wilderness." Which word from the list would best describe a positive attitude you should have, and why?

• Determination, because it means not giving up easily.

• Grateful, because it means feeling thankful for being lost.

• Improvement, because it means getting better at being lost.

• Characteristic, because it means having a special feature.

Answer explanation

Determination is the best choice because it embodies the spirit of perseverance. When lost, maintaining a determined attitude helps you stay focused on finding a way out, rather than succumbing to despair.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

You want to improve your grades in school. Which two words from the list would be most important to help you reach your goal, and explain how they would help?

• Enthusiastic and strategy, because being excited and having a plan can help you succeed.

• Wilderness and grateful, because being lost and thankful will help you.

• Characteristic and beneficial, because having a feature is always good.

• Accomplish and wilderness, because finishing and being in nature are related.

Answer explanation

Choosing 'enthusiastic' and 'strategy' is crucial because being excited about learning motivates you, while having a clear plan helps you organize your study efforts effectively, leading to improved grades.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A