"The ACES Phone" Vocabulary Test
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20 questions
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What does the word void mean in the sentence below?
The spacecraft exited the planet's orbit and vanished
into the black void.
What does the word void mean in the sentence below?
The spacecraft exited the planet's orbit and vanished
into the black void.
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What does the word clustered mean in the sentence below?
The young children clustered around the baby animals
in the petting zoo.
What does the word clustered mean in the sentence below?
The young children clustered around the baby animals
in the petting zoo.
1
What does the word doleful mean in the sentence below?
Susan gave her departing friend a doleful look.
What does the word doleful mean in the sentence below?
Susan gave her departing friend a doleful look.
1
What does the word clamor mean in the sentence below?
Noah tried to read despite the clamor of the children and
barking dogs on the playground.
What does the word clamor mean in the sentence below?
Noah tried to read despite the clamor of the children and
barking dogs on the playground.
1
What does the word coaxed mean in the sentence below?
After getting the large dog out of the house, Reed coaxed
the frightened puppy out from underneath the table.
What does the word coaxed mean in the sentence below?
After getting the large dog out of the house, Reed coaxed
the frightened puppy out from underneath the table.
1
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Many people feel a ___________ if they don't own a pet.
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Many people feel a ___________ if they don't own a pet.
1
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Suppose you're thinking of getting a dog. Do you have the time to take care of it? Can you walk it at least twice a day in all kinds of weather---even in a _____________ of rain or snow?
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Suppose you're thinking of getting a dog. Do you have the time to take care of it? Can you walk it at least twice a day in all kinds of weather---even in a _____________ of rain or snow?
1
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Caring for and training dogs takes time. You can begin by learning all you can about your dog before you adopt him or her. Different breeds behave in different ways. It will take time for both you and your pet to become _________________ to your new lifestyle. You will need to be patient, but firm, when training your new pet.
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Caring for and training dogs takes time. You can begin by learning all you can about your dog before you adopt him or her. Different breeds behave in different ways. It will take time for both you and your pet to become _________________ to your new lifestyle. You will need to be patient, but firm, when training your new pet.
1
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
The key to puppy training is consistency. Praise and pet your dog when he or she obeys a command. Sometimes people _________their pets with small treats to reinforce the training.
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
The key to puppy training is consistency. Praise and pet your dog when he or she obeys a command. Sometimes people _________their pets with small treats to reinforce the training.
1
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Cats are another common type of household pet. Cats spend a lot of time grooming themselves. A cat's cleanliness provides a clue to how it is feeling. If your cat has stopped grooming itself and using the litter box, it is ______________ that you take him to a veterinarian.
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Cats are another common type of household pet. Cats spend a lot of time grooming themselves. A cat's cleanliness provides a clue to how it is feeling. If your cat has stopped grooming itself and using the litter box, it is ______________ that you take him to a veterinarian.
1
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Brushing your cat is a good idea. As cats groom themselves, they swallow their own hair. The fur gets _______________ in their stomach and gets coughed up as hairballs. Regular brushing helps avoid that.
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Brushing your cat is a good idea. As cats groom themselves, they swallow their own hair. The fur gets _______________ in their stomach and gets coughed up as hairballs. Regular brushing helps avoid that.
1
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Just like dogs, cats need regular exercise. Some owners use leashes to take their cats for walks. Indoor cats also enjoy activities such as playing with yarn, feathers, and ___________toys that move from side to side .
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
Just like dogs, cats need regular exercise. Some owners use leashes to take their cats for walks. Indoor cats also enjoy activities such as playing with yarn, feathers, and ___________toys that move from side to side .
1
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
It is important to respect your neighbors when caring for a pet. Discourage your dog, for example, from barking--especially at night. A dog barking at a squirrel in the park and bring joy to both a pet and owner. The __________ of a dog all night long, however, can make for very grumpy neighbors.
Finish the sentence with the vocabulary word that best fits.
It is important to respect your neighbors when caring for a pet. Discourage your dog, for example, from barking--especially at night. A dog barking at a squirrel in the park and bring joy to both a pet and owner. The __________ of a dog all night long, however, can make for very grumpy neighbors.
1
Which word or phrase matches accustomed best ?
Which word or phrase matches accustomed best ?
1
Which word or phrase matches coaxed best?
Which word or phrase matches coaxed best?
1
Which word or phrase DOES NOT match clamor ?
Which word or phrase DOES NOT match clamor ?
1
Which word or phrase DOES NOT match transmissions?
Which word or phrase DOES NOT match transmissions?
1
Which word or phrase DOES NOT match torrent?
Which word or phrase DOES NOT match torrent?
4
Name at least three sights or sounds that seem doleful.
Write a complete sentence.
Name at least three sights or sounds that seem doleful.
Write a complete sentence.
4
Name three things you are accustomed to doing at home or school.
Write a complete sentence.
Name three things you are accustomed to doing at home or school.
Write a complete sentence.