Choose the correct definition for "sordid".

Involving immoral or dishonorable actions

What does "stupefied" mean?

Shocked or astonished to the point of being unable to think

Define "superannuated".

Too old for work; retired because of age

Which sentence uses "malignity" correctly?

The malignity of his words hurt everyone in the room.

She showed malignity by helping her friend.

Malignity means to be very tired.

The malignity of the weather was pleasant.

Select the sentence that correctly uses "manifestly".

The answer was manifestly wrong, as everyone could see.

She manifestly hid her feelings from everyone.

He manifestly whispered so no one could hear.

Manifestly, the room was dark and quiet.

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates the meaning of "obstinate".

The obstinate child refused to eat his vegetables despite repeated requests.

The obstinate dog learned new tricks quickly.

She was obstinate in her generosity.

Obstinate people are always cheerful.

Which sentence uses "posthumously" correctly?

The artist received an award posthumously, years after his death.

She was posthumously happy about her grades.

The book was published posthumously before the author was born.

Posthumously, he went to the store.

Select the sentence that correctly uses "preeminent".

She was the preeminent scientist in her field, known for her discoveries.

The preeminent student failed all his exams.

Preeminent means to be very tired.

The preeminent building was very small.

Which sentence uses "pretext" correctly?

He used the pretext of being sick to avoid going to school.

She wrote a pretext to her friend.

The pretext was a type of book.

Pretext means to be very happy.

Choose the sentence that best demonstrates the meaning of "repose".

After a long day, she found repose in her favorite chair.

He was in repose while running a marathon.

The repose of the city was loud and chaotic.

Which sentence uses "sordid" correctly?

The sordid details of the crime shocked the community.

The sordid room was clean and bright.

Sordid means to be very generous.

She lived a sordid life of luxury.

Imagine you are writing a story about a retired teacher. Which word from the list would best describe the teacher, and why?

Superannuated, because the teacher is retired due to age.

Preeminent, because the teacher is very distinguished in her field.

Sordid, because the teacher is very kind.

Manifestly, because the teacher is very obvious.

A character in a novel is described as "stupefied" after hearing shocking news. What does this reveal about the character's reaction, and which other word from the list could be used to describe a similar state?

The character is shocked and unable to think clearly; "stupefied" and "repose" both describe states of mental inactivity, though for different reasons.

The character is very energetic; "preeminent" could also describe this state.

The character is shocked and unable to think clearly; "repose" could describe a similar state of calmness.

The character is angry; "malignity" could also describe this state.

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Authored by Kathryn Bergman

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What is the definition of the word "malignity"?

Kindness and generosity

Intense ill will or hatred

A state of relaxation

Being famous

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What does "manifestly" mean?

Secretly

Clearly or obviously

With difficulty

In a confusing way

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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30 sec • 1 pt

Choose the correct definition for "obstinate".

Easily persuaded

Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion

Very old

Full of energy

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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30 sec • 1 pt

What does "posthumously" mean?

Happening before birth

Happening after death

Happening during life

Happening at night

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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30 sec • 1 pt

Define "preeminent".

Of little importance

Surpassing all others; very distinguished

Very old

Easily forgotten

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a "pretext"?

A true reason

A false reason given to hide the real purpose

A type of text message

A written document

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CCSS.RI.7.8

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

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30 sec • 1 pt

What does "repose" mean?

To run quickly

A state of rest or sleep

To argue

To work hard

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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