Vocabulary Power Plus - 1-5

Jackson and Charlotte are having a debate in class. Jackson says something is 'abstract' if it exists only as an idea. Charlotte thinks it means something visible and tangible. Who is correct? What is the definition of 'abstract'?

• existing only as an idea

• visible and tangible

• easy to understand

• related to physical objects

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

During a class discussion, Avery used a word that was 'improper.' What does 'improper' mean?

• not correct in a given situation

• extremely polite and formal

• related to mathematics only

• always following the rules

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Benjamin and Isla are having a debate about the word 'inferior.' Who is correct about its meaning?

• low in value or rank

• extremely valuable

• equal in status

• superior in quality

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CCSS.L.3.2F

During a school trivia game, Aiden, Harper, and Aria are trying to guess the meaning of the word 'emblem.' Can you help them out? What is the definition of 'emblem'?

• an image used to represent an idea or group

• a type of musical instrument

• a mathematical equation

• a style of architecture

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

During a class discussion, Aiden asked, "What does the word 'idol' mean?" Can you help Aiden by choosing the correct definition?

• a person who is excessively admired or worshipped

• a type of musical instrument

• a traditional dance form

• a scientific theory

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Kai, Mia, and Liam are discussing different types of stories. Which of the following best describes a 'tragedy'?

• a situation causing great sadness or loss

• a humorous story with a happy ending

• a type of musical performance

• a scientific experiment

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Jackson and Grace are at a party, but while everyone else has left, they decide to linger. What does it mean to 'linger'?

• to stay in a place longer than expected or necessary

• to leave quickly without saying goodbye

• to run around in circles

• to forget something important

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

Michael and Zoe are playing a game of capture the flag. If Michael manages to 'seize' the flag before Zoe, what does it mean?

• to take quickly by force

• to ignore completely

• to give as a gift

• to move slowly

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Michael just found out that Daniel ate the last slice of pizza he was saving. If Michael starts to 'resent' Daniel, what does that mean?

• to be annoyed or bitter at

• to be extremely happy about

• to forget quickly

• to laugh uncontrollably

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.4.6

Luna accidentally dropped her bracelet, and Liam tried to help. If Liam had to 'sever' the tangled string to free the bracelet, what does 'sever' mean?

• to cut or separate a part from the whole

• to join two things together

• to make something stronger

• to cover something completely

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CCSS.L.5.5C