The Lottery - Vocabulary

The _____ atmosphere at the family reunion was contagious, with laughter echoing through the halls.

• defiant

• jovial

• ritual

• shabby

The runner was sweating _____ after completing the marathon, a testament to the intense effort and endurance required to cross the finish line.

• petulantly

• defiantly

• profusely

• perfunctory

She gave a _____ nod in greeting, her attention clearly focused elsewhere during the quick exchange.

• boisterous

• jovial

• paraphernalia

• perfunctory

The _____ crowd erupted in cheers as the winning goal was scored, their loud and energetic celebrations filling the stadium.

• perfunctory

• ritual

• disengaged

• boisterous

The child _____ tossed his toy aside when he was told it was time to leave the park, his pouty behavior showing his displeasure.

• jovially

• petulantly

• boisterously

• ritually

Every morning, she followed a strict _____ of meditation and yoga, which infused her day with calmness and clarity.

• jovial

• ritual

• profuse

• disengaged

He stood _____ in front of the old oak tree, refusing to let the developers tear it down.

• perfunctory

• shabby

• defiantly

• profusely

The once vibrant mural had become _____ over the years, its colors fading and edges peeling.

• shabbier

• jovial

• petulant

• disengaged

His desk was cluttered with an array of electronic _____, ranging from old hard drives to various cables.

• defiant

• boisterous

• ritual

• paraphernalia

During the meeting, she remained _____, her thoughts wandering to weekend plans.

• boisterous

• disengaged

• jovial

• petulant