Vocabulary Assessment: Word Meanings

During a class debate, Priya answered a question petulantly. What does petulantly most nearly mean?

• Happily and cheerfully

• Sulkily or bad-tempered

• Calmly and politely

• Excitedly and energetically

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

After accidentally breaking William's favorite toy, Avery felt a strong sense of remorse. What does remorse mean?

• A feeling of pride

• A feeling of guilt or regret

• A feeling of anger toward someone

• A feeling of surprise

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Mason expected to win the race easily, but he tripped right at the finish line! What makes this situation ironic?

• Just as expected

• In the opposite way to what is expected

• Quickly and without warning

• Slowly and carefully

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

During a spooky story, Oliver said the tension in the room was palpable. What does it mean if a feeling is palpable?

• Imaginary

• Able to be felt or touched

• Confusing or mysterious

• Hidden and secret

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Lily wants to borrow Emma's favorite book, but instead of asking directly, she tries to wheedle Emma. What does it mean if Lily is wheedling Emma?

• Threaten her to get her way

• Persuade her using flattery or charm

• Ignore her completely

• Confuse her on purpose

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

During a funny moment in class, Grace chortled. What did she do?

• Laughed in a gleeful way

• Cried quietly

• Spoke angrily

• Walked quickly

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Harper and Anika are trying to study, but something keeps bothering them. What is a nuisance?

• Something that causes annoyance or inconvenience

• Something very helpful

• A surprising event

• A type of animal

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Grace and Elijah have collected a lot of data for their science project. What does it mean when they decide to tabulate their data?

• Thrown away

• Arranged or organized systematically

• Memorized quickly

• Ignored

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Emma noticed that David is always cheerful, no matter what happens. What does David’s disposition refer to?

• Their favorite food

• Their natural attitude or mood

• Their hairstyle

• Their wealth

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

During a classroom game, Anika accidentally broke a rule. What is this kind of action called?

• A kind act

• A mistake in spelling

• An act that goes against a rule or law

• A type of celebration

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D