Study Guide-Unit 1/Vocabulary

Fill in the blank with the exact term from the word bank: A keepsake from a special trip is called a (a)   .

Answer explanation

A keepsake from a special trip is called a memento. This term specifically refers to an object that serves as a reminder of a particular event or experience, making it the correct choice for the blank.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Choose the synonym for Hospitable.

• Unfriendly

• Welcoming

• Sneaky

• Fragile

Answer explanation

The word 'hospitable' means being friendly and welcoming to guests. Therefore, the synonym for hospitable is 'welcoming', as it conveys the same sense of friendliness, unlike the other options which have negative or unrelated meanings.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Which term refers to very tall or high?

• Dim

• Towering

• Tattered

• Lush

Answer explanation

The term 'towering' specifically means very tall or high, making it the correct choice. 'Dim' refers to light, 'tattered' means worn or ragged, and 'lush' describes something rich and abundant, not height.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Select the word that means to move or climb with difficulty, often using hands and feet.

• Lurk

• Clamber

• Surge

• Vary

Answer explanation

The word 'clamber' means to move or climb with difficulty, often using both hands and feet, which perfectly fits the definition provided in the question. The other options do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Fill in the blank: After hours of running, her (a)   helped her keep going without getting too tired.

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'stamina' because it refers to the ability to sustain prolonged physical or mental effort, which is essential for running long distances without getting too tired.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Which word means to provide with the food or nutrients needed to grow and be healthy?

• Nourish

• Delectable

• Pollute

• Lush

Answer explanation

The word 'nourish' means to provide with the food or nutrients necessary for growth and health, making it the correct choice. The other options do not relate to providing sustenance.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Pick the antonym for Delectable.

• Tasty

• Delicious

• Dissatisfied

• Unappetizing

Answer explanation

The word 'delectable' means delicious or highly enjoyable. Its antonym is 'unappetizing', which describes food that is not appealing or tasty. The other options, 'tasty' and 'delicious', are similar in meaning to 'delectable'.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Fill in the blank: The room was hard to see in because the lights were (a)   .

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Dim' because it describes low light levels, making it hard to see in the room. Other options do not convey this meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

Which word means to hide and wait, often in a sneaky way?

• Lurk

• Moocher

• Clamor

• Surge

Answer explanation

The word 'lurk' means to hide and wait, often in a sneaky way, making it the correct choice. The other options do not convey this meaning: 'moocher' refers to someone who takes advantage, 'clamor' means a loud noise, and 'surge' indicates a sudden increase.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Which vocabulary word means noisy confusion or uproar?

• Restriction

• Pandemonium

• Clamor

• International

Answer explanation

The word 'pandemonium' refers to noisy confusion or uproar, making it the correct choice. 'Clamor' also relates to noise but is more about loud shouting, while 'restriction' and 'international' do not fit the definition.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4