Tier 2
Mia was reluctant to speak in front of the class because she felt nervous. What does reluctant mean?
Unwilling or hesitant
The hallway was crowded with students between classes. What is an antonym for crowded?
Empty or spacious
Mia was cautious when walking across the slippery floor.
Being careful to avoid danger or mistakes
The directions were simple, so everyone understood them quickly. What is an antonym for simple?
Complicated or difficult
Cheer and tennis
The teacher asked us to summarize the chapter in three sentences. What does summarize mean?
To give the main ideas in a shorter form
Marcus was confident that he could solve the problem on his own. What is an antonym for confident?
Unsure or uncertain
The teacher asked the students to identify the main problem in the story. What does identify mean?
To recognize or name something
After practicing her speech, Emma gave a brief explanation of her project. What is an antonym for brief?
Lengthy or long
What is the deadliest animal?
The mosquito! Its bite can cause malaria and dengue fever.
Jordan had to persuade his parents to let him go to the game by explaining why he should be allowed to attend. What does persuade mean?
To convince someone
The directions were specific, explaining exactly what needed to be included in the assignment. What is an antonym for specific?
General or vague
Drinking water is essential for staying healthy.
Very important or necessary
The new school policy was mandatory, meaning every student was required to follow it. What is an antonym for mandatory?
Optional
When did the Titanic sink?
1912
The instructions were ambiguous, so several students were unsure what they were supposed to do. What does ambiguous mean?
Unclear or having more than one possible meaning
The coach praised Lily for being generous and sharing her equipment with a teammate. What is an antonym for generous?
Selfish or stingy
The school had to allocate its money carefully so each department received what it needed. What does allocate mean?
To distribute or set aside for a purpose
The principal decided to prohibit students from using their phones during class.
Allow
What is the bottom number of a fraction called?
A denominator
Even though the project seemed difficult, Ava remained persistent and continued working until she finished. What does persistent mean?
Continuing despite difficulty; not giving up
Although the first plan failed, the team found an effective way to solve the problem. What is an antonym for effective?
Ineffective or unsuccessful
The teacher asked Jack to elaborate on his answer.
To explain something with more details
The evidence was sufficient to support the student's conclusion. What is an antonym for sufficient?
Insufficient
What are the names of the Sanderson sisters from Hocus Pocus?
Winifred, Mary, and Sarah