assignment_returnWorksheet:
Multiple-Meaning Words
Standard(s): L.8.4
What is the correct definition of the word "succeed" as it is used in the sentence below?
If you are going to succeed as an actress, you are going to have to work hard.
do well
to come next
to follow
None of the above
Standard: L.8.4
Domain: Language
Theme: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
What is the correct definition of the word "scale" as it is used in the sentence below?
George had to scale the side of the house to sneak into his window.
a device used for weighing
to weigh
to climb
a series of tones
Standard: L.8.4
Domain: Language
Theme: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
What is the correct definition of the word "windy" as it is used in the sentence below?
I was driving down a windy road when I hit the deer.
having strong winds
someone who talks too much
a curving or twisting course
None of the above
Standard: L.8.4
Domain: Language
Theme: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
What is the correct definition of the word "close" as it is used in the sentence below?
My mother asked me to close the barn door.
shut
near
narrow
confined
Standard: L.8.4
Domain: Language
Theme: Vocabulary Acquisition and Use
Description: Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words or phrases based on grade 8 reading and content, choosing flexibly from a range of strategies.
What is the correct definition of the word "lead" as it is used in the sentence below?
I could not get the lead out of my pencil.
show the way
go in advance
to guide
writing portion of a pencil
