Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "stifled" to show something being suppressed.

She stifled a yawn during the long meeting.

The fire was stifled by the strong winds.

He stifled a laugh at the silly joke.

The stifled air made it hard to breathe.

Match the word "dissimulation" with its definition.

The act of concealing the truth; deception

How does Poe's use of the word "hideous" likely contribute to the mood of "The Tell-Tale Heart"?

It contributes to a feeling of horror and disgust.

It creates a feeling of joy and excitement.

It establishes a sense of normalcy and calm.

It suggests a lighthearted and humorous tone.

English Language and Vocabulary Quiz

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English

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8th Grade

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Hard

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CCSS

L.5.5C, L.3.2E, L.6.4A

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is the most likely meaning of the word "acute" as used in the phrase "acute senses"?

Dull

Sensitive

Weak

Ordinary

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CCSS.L.5.5C

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the sentence, "He vehemently denied the deed," what part of speech is the word "vehemently"?

Noun

Verb

Adjective

Adverb

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2E

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "vexed" to show annoyance.

The old house stood vexed on the hill.

The complicated puzzle vexed her for hours.

He vexed the ball high into the air.

She spoke in a vexed whisper.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word is a synonym for "concealment"?

Exposure

Revelation

Hiding

Display

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Using context clues, what is the most likely meaning of "dissimulation" in the sentence, "With what wisdom could I have proceeded, with what foresight, with what dissimulation had I overreached such a man as this?"

Honesty

Openness

Deception

Truthfulness

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the sentence, "His audacity shocked everyone," what part of speech is the word "audacity"?

Verb

Adjective

Noun

Adverb

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.2.4C

CCSS.L.3.2E

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following sentences demonstrates the correct use of the word "derision"?

The comedian's derision made the audience laugh.

He offered derision to the needy.

The team played with great derision.

She felt a sense of derision for her accomplishments.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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English Language and Vocabulary Quiz

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Which of the following is the most likely meaning of the word "acute" as used in the phrase "acute senses"?

In the sentence, "He vehemently denied the deed," what part of speech is the word "vehemently"?

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "vexed" to show annoyance.

Which word is a synonym for "concealment"?

Using context clues, what is the most likely meaning of "dissimulation" in the sentence, "With what wisdom could I have proceeded, with what foresight, with what dissimulation had I overreached such a man as this?"

In the sentence, "His audacity shocked everyone," what part of speech is the word "audacity"?

Which of the following sentences demonstrates the correct use of the word "derision"?

What part of speech is the word "wary" in the phrase "a wary glance"?

Which word is a synonym for "sagacity"?

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