Vocabulary Level Up 1

Which word from the list means "to emphasize or make something more noticeable"?

• Accentuate

• Cower

• Recede

• Tumult

Answer explanation

The word 'accentuate' means to emphasize or make something more noticeable, which directly aligns with the question. 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

What does the word "Despondent" most closely mean?

• Cheerful

• Hopeful

• Downhearted

• Outrageous

Answer explanation

The word 'despondent' means feeling a loss of hope or confidence, which is synonymous with 'downhearted.' In contrast, 'cheerful' and 'hopeful' imply positive emotions, while 'outrageous' refers to something shocking or extreme.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word refers to a person who is a teacher or an expert, especially in spiritual or philosophical matters?

• Guru

• Renegade

• Nuisance

• Jovial

Answer explanation

The word 'Guru' refers to a teacher or expert, particularly in spiritual or philosophical contexts. The other options do not fit this definition, making 'Guru' the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

If someone is described as "Voracious," what are they likely to be?

• Very hungry or eager

• Very quiet

• Very sad

• Very calm

Answer explanation

The term 'voracious' typically describes someone who is very hungry or eager, especially in relation to consuming food or knowledge. Thus, the correct choice is 'Very hungry or eager'.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word means "to shrink away in fear"?

• Cower

• Flourish

• Suffrage

• Plateau

Answer explanation

The word 'cower' means to shrink away in fear, making it the correct choice. The other options do not relate to fear: 'flourish' means to thrive, 'suffrage' refers to the right to vote, and 'plateau' indicates a flat area.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "Heritage" refer to?

• A type of food

• Something inherited from the past

• A loud noise

• A type of dance

Answer explanation

"Heritage" refers to something inherited from the past, such as traditions, values, or cultural practices. This distinguishes it from the other options, which do not capture the essence of what heritage means.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Which word means "strange or unusual"?

• Bizarre

• Jovial

• Tranquility

• Quandary

Answer explanation

The word 'bizarre' means strange or unusual, making it the correct choice. 'Jovial' refers to being cheerful, 'tranquility' means calmness, and 'quandary' indicates a state of uncertainty.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

If someone is "Jovial," how are they likely to behave?

• Sad and quiet

• Cheerful and friendly

• Angry and loud

• Confused and lost

Answer explanation

The term 'Jovial' describes someone who is cheerful and friendly, often displaying a happy demeanor. This aligns with the correct answer choice, as it contrasts with the other options that depict negative or confused behaviors.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "Maneuver" mean?

• To move skillfully or carefully

• To sleep deeply

• To shout loudly

• To eat quickly

Answer explanation

The term 'maneuver' refers to the ability to move skillfully or carefully, often in a strategic way. This definition aligns with the correct answer choice, distinguishing it from the other options that describe unrelated actions.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Which word means "a difficult or puzzling situation"?

• Quandary

• Plateau

• Outrageous

• Flourish

Answer explanation

The word 'Quandary' refers to a state of perplexity or uncertainty, making it synonymous with a difficult or puzzling situation. The other options do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E