Vocabulary Mastery Quiz for Grade 8

What is the meaning of the word "chastised"?

• Praised

• Scolded

• Ignored

• Entertained

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "decipher" mean?

• To confuse

• To decode

• To destroy

• To ignore

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What is the definition of "contrite"?

• Unapologetic

• Remorseful

• Excited

• Confused

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "malevolence" mean?

• Kindness

• Evil intent

• Happiness

• Confusion

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of "exhilarated"?

• Bored

• Excited

• Angry

• Tired

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "makeshift" mean?

• Permanent

• Temporary

• Expensive

• Decorative

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the definition of "apparition"?

• A living person

• A ghostly figure

• A loud noise

• A bright light

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does "profound" mean?

• Shallow

• Deep or intense

• Unimportant

• Quick

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is the meaning of "imploring"?

• Begging

• Ignoring

• Laughing

• Explaining

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "sparse" mean?

• Crowded

• Thinly scattered

• Colorful

• Noisy

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4