A student describes a story as "abstract." What might they mean, and how could this interpretation vary depending on the context?

The story lacks specific details, which could be seen as either a strength or a weakness depending on the reader's preference.

The story is full of concrete details, which is always positive.

The story is confusing and therefore always negative.

The story is about science, which is always abstract.

If someone is described as "oblivious" during a conversation, what might be the connotation, and how could it affect the interpretation of their behavior?

It suggests they are unaware, which could be interpreted as negative or neutral depending on the situation.

It suggests they are highly attentive, which is positive.

It means they are devoted, which is always positive.

It means they are enchanted, which is always positive.

The word "devoted" is used to describe a character in a novel. How might the connotation of this word influence a reader's perception of the character?

It suggests the character is loyal and caring, which is generally positive.

It suggests the character is unreliable.

It suggests the character is abstract.

It suggests the character is oblivious.

A teacher says a student's answer is "ambiguous." What does this imply about the answer, and how might this affect the student's grade?

The answer is open to more than one interpretation, which could be seen as a weakness if clarity is required.

The answer is clear and specific, likely resulting in a high grade.

The answer is vivid and detailed, likely resulting in a high grade.

The answer is devoted, which is always positive.

Consider the word "connotation." How does understanding the connotation of a word help in interpreting literature or speech?

It allows readers or listeners to grasp the emotional or cultural associations, leading to a deeper understanding of meaning.

It helps identify only the dictionary definition of a word.

It is not important in interpretation.

Vocab Quiz - Set 2

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English

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9th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Medium

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CCSS

RI.9-10.4, L.1.6, L.8.6

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20 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word best describes someone who is deeply thoughtful, often in a serious or reflective way?

elated

pensive

vivid

articulate

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following words has a positive connotation related to being extremely happy?

obtrude

elated

paucity

ambiguous

Tags

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Select the word that means "to force oneself or one's ideas upon others without invitation."

obtrude

empathy

devoted

enchanted

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word is most closely associated with being "magically charmed or delighted"?

alienate

enchanted

abstract

hypothesis

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word refers to a lack or scarcity of something?

vivid

paucity

empathy

articulate

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word best fits the following sentence: "Her explanation was so clear and ______ that everyone understood the concept"?

ambiguous

articulate

oblivious

abstract

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word describes a person who is loyal and dedicated to a cause or person?

devoted

ambiguous

obtrude

abstract

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

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Vocab Quiz - Set 2

20 questions

Which word best describes someone who is deeply thoughtful, often in a serious or reflective way?

Which of the following words has a positive connotation related to being extremely happy?

Select the word that means "to force oneself or one's ideas upon others without invitation."

Which word is most closely associated with being "magically charmed or delighted"?

Which word refers to a lack or scarcity of something?

Which word best fits the following sentence: "Her explanation was so clear and ______ that everyone understood the concept"?

Which word describes a person who is loyal and dedicated to a cause or person?

Which word means "not aware of or not concerned about what is happening around one"?

Which word is most likely to have a negative connotation when describing someone's behavior in a group discussion?

Which word refers to a proposed explanation made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigation?

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