Vocabulary Quiz Week of November 27th

During a suspenseful novel discussion, Hannah mentioned she felt a sense of 'disquietude'. What does 'disquietude' mean in this context?

• An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face

• A plan or scheme

• Sentenced to a particular punishment

• A state of uneasiness or anxiety

Benjamin, Aiden, and Oliver are planning a surprise birthday party for their friend. Which of the following best describes the term 'stratagem' in this context?

• They are sentenced to a particular punishment

• They are making a plan or scheme

• They have an ugly, twisted expression on their faces

• They are in a state of uneasiness or anxiety

Arjun found an old letter in his attic where a person was 'condemned'. What does 'condemned' mean in this context?

• A state of uneasiness or anxiety

• A plan or scheme

• Sentenced to a particular punishment

• An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face

During a school play, Rohan noticed Abigail making a grimace after accidentally forgetting her lines. What is the definition of 'grimace'?

• A state of uneasiness or anxiety

• A plan or scheme

• Sentenced to a particular punishment

• An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face

Daniel wrote a detailed description of his summer vacation. In this context, what does Daniel's 'account' mean?

• A report or description of an event or experience

• A place where money is deposited.

• A receipt for a purchase.

• Money market savings.

During a book club discussion, Evelyn expressed that she 'loathes' the antagonist of the novel. What does 'loathe' mean in this context?

• The action of provoking unlawful behavior

• A feeling of intense dislike or disgust

• A report or description of an event or experience

• Dislike intensely

During a school debate, Anika gave a speech that led to a protest outside the school. What does the word 'incitement' mean in this context?

• A report or description of an event or experience

• A feeling of intense dislike or disgust

• The action of provoking unlawful behavior

• Dislike intensely

During a literature class discussion, Grace mentioned that she 'detests' the antagonist of the novel they are reading. What does 'detest' mean in this context?

• A report or description of an event or experience

• A feeling of intense dislike or disgust

• The action of provoking unlawful behavior

• Dislike intensely

During a school assembly, Daniel noticed that Isla was trying to get past him. He quickly moved aside and gestured for her to pass. How would you describe Daniel's behavior?

• Unlikeable

• Obnoxious

• Disrespectful

• Courteous

During a field trip to the zoo, Oliver caught Arjun gawking at the lions. What does 'gawking' mean in this context?

• Stare openly and stupidly

• An ugly, twisted expression on a person's face

• Polite, respectful, or considerate in manner

• Sentenced to a particular punishment