Unit 1 Vocabulary

What is the vocabulary word for the following definition: required or expected to justify actions or decisions; responsible?

• accountable

• reluctant

• indifferent

• generous

• oblivious

Answer explanation

The word 'accountable' means being required to justify actions or decisions, making it the correct choice. The other options do not convey the sense of responsibility or obligation implied in the definition.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the vocabulary word for the following definition: loyalty or commitment to something or someone?

• allegiance

• indifference

• hostility

• ignorance

Answer explanation

The word 'allegiance' means loyalty or commitment to a cause or person, making it the correct choice. The other options, such as 'indifference', 'hostility', and 'ignorance', do not convey loyalty.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is the vocabulary word for the following definition: something that you accept as true without question or proof?

• assumption

• evidence

• conclusion

• experiment

Answer explanation

The correct word is 'assumption' because it refers to something accepted as true without requiring proof or questioning, fitting the definition provided. The other options do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is the vocabulary word for the following definition: a conscious or unconscious prejudice against an individual or group based on their identity?

• bias

• equality

• neutrality

• diversity

Answer explanation

The correct word is 'bias', which refers to a prejudice against individuals or groups based on their identity. 'Equality', 'neutrality', and 'diversity' do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is the vocabulary word for the following definition: a person who is present at an event, or observes unacceptable behavior, but does not take action?

• bystander

• participant

• instigator

• witness

Answer explanation

The correct term is 'bystander,' which refers to someone who witnesses an event or unacceptable behavior but does not intervene. 'Participant' implies involvement, 'instigator' suggests provocation, and 'witness' lacks the inaction aspect.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What is the definition of 'climax'?

• The climax is the most intense, exciting, or important point of something; the peak or turning point in a narrative.

• The climax is the introduction of the main characters in a story.

• The climax is the resolution where all conflicts are solved.

• The climax is the background information provided at the beginning of a story.

Answer explanation

The correct choice defines 'climax' as the most intense point in a narrative, highlighting its role as a peak or turning point, which is essential for understanding story structure.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

What is the definition of 'colloquial language'?

• Colloquial language is informal language used in everyday conversation rather than in formal speech or writing.

• Colloquial language is a type of technical jargon used by professionals.

• Colloquial language refers to ancient languages that are no longer spoken.

• Colloquial language is the formal language used in academic writing.

Answer explanation

The correct choice defines colloquial language as informal language used in everyday conversation, distinguishing it from formal speech or writing, which aligns with common usage.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What is the definition of 'connotation'?

• Connotation is the idea or feeling that a word invokes in addition to its literal or primary meaning.

• Connotation is the strict dictionary definition of a word.

• Connotation is the grammatical structure of a sentence.

• Connotation is the process of forming new words by combining existing ones.

Answer explanation

The correct choice defines 'connotation' as the feelings or ideas a word evokes beyond its literal meaning, distinguishing it from the strict definition or grammatical structure.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the definition of 'custody (n.)'?

• Custody (n.) is the protective care or guardianship of someone or something; legal right to keep or look after a child.

• Custody (n.) is the act of making a formal complaint in court.

• Custody (n.) is the process of selling goods to customers.

• Custody (n.) is the ability to speak multiple languages fluently.

Answer explanation

The correct definition of 'custody (n.)' refers to the protective care or guardianship of someone or something, particularly the legal right to keep or look after a child, distinguishing it from other unrelated definitions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What is the definition of 'metaphor'?

• A metaphor is a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable.

• A metaphor is a type of poem that tells a story.

• A metaphor is a word that imitates the sound it represents.

• A metaphor is the repetition of consonant sounds at the beginning of words.

Answer explanation

The correct choice defines a metaphor accurately as a figure of speech where a word or phrase is applied to something it doesn't literally describe, highlighting its figurative nature.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5A

CCSS.L.5.5A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.W.11-12.2D