ELA7 TEST 4

The weather has been erratic this week, with sunshine one day and thunderstorms the next. In this sentence, "erratic" means:

• A. predictable and steady

• B. unpredictable and inconsistent

• C. extremely violent

• D. pleasantly mild

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

After reviewing all the evidence, the jury vindicated the defendant of all charges. "Vindicated" means:

• found guilty of wrongdoing

• cleared of blame or suspicion

• sentenced to prison

• questioned thoroughly

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The prosecutor presented the indictment to the court, listing all formal charges. An "indictment" is:

• a legal defense strategy

• a verdict of innocence

• a formal accusation of wrongdoing

• a request for bail

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Maya practiced doggedly every night, never missing a single session despite her frustration. "Doggedly" means:

• with casual interest

• with obstinate determination

• in a playful manner

• very quickly

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Sarah spoke tentatively about her concerns, unsure if she should voice them. "Tentatively" means:

• in a confident manner

• very loudly

• in a hesitant manner

• with great enthusiasm

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The aroma of fresh bread began to permeate the entire house. "Permeate" means:

• To spread throughout

• To disappear quickly

• To smell bad

• To be contained

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The student moved "furtively" through the hall, hoping not to be seen arriving late. "Furtively" means:

• in a secretive manner

• very slowly

• with great confidence

• in an obvious way

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The teacher's "indifference" toward the students' questions surprised everyone. "Indifference" means:

• enthusiasm and excitement

• anger and frustration

• lack of interest or enthusiasm

• careful attention

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The crowd's "raucous" laughter could be heard from blocks away. "Raucous" means:

• A. quiet and gentle

• B. unpleasantly loud and harsh

• C. musical and pleasant

• D. brief and quick

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The old castle served as a "bastion" against enemy attacks for centuries. A "bastion" is:

• a type of weapon

• a stronghold for shelter during battle

• a peace treaty

• a celebration

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4