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Vocab Quiz: A Chance in the World

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9th Grade

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Vocab Quiz: A Chance in the World
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word best fits the following sentence: "The loud __________ of the city made it hard to concentrate"?

Memoir

Fathom

Cacophony

Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The word 'Cacophony' best fits the sentence as it means a harsh, discordant mixture of sounds, which accurately describes the loud noise of the city that made it hard to concentrate.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What word would you use to describe a confusing and loud mixture of sounds?

Memoir

Fathom

Cacophony

Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The word 'cacophony' would be used to describe a confusing and loud mixture of sounds.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word best fits the following sentence: "The detective was __________ by the lack of evidence"?

Memoir

Fathom

Cacophony

Baffle

Answer explanation

The word 'Baffle' best fits the sentence as it means to perplex or bewilder, which accurately describes the detective's feeling towards the lack of evidence.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of the word "Baffle"?

To confuse or perplex

To write a detailed account

To create a loud noise

To find a safe place

Answer explanation

The word 'Baffle' means to confuse or perplex, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the best word to describe a place where one feels safe and protected?

Memoir

Fathom

Cacophony

Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The best word to describe a place where one feels safe and protected is 'Sanctuary' as it signifies a place of refuge and safety.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Choose the word that best completes the sentence: "She couldn't __________ why he would do such a thing."

Memoir

Fathom

Cacophony

Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The correct word that best completes the sentence is 'Fathom' as it means to understand or comprehend something deeply or thoroughly.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word would you use to describe a place of refuge or safety?

Memoir

Fathom

Cacophony

Sanctuary

Answer explanation

The word 'Sanctuary' would be used to describe a place of refuge or safety. It signifies a safe haven or protected area.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

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