The Giver Vocab- List #2 - Mrs. M

What does the word 'anguish' mean?

• excited or eager

• distressed and suffering

• confused or uncertain

• calm or relaxed

Define the term 'dejected'.

• To reward someone generously

• To feel very satisfied and happy.

• To feel very sad and lonely.

• To praise someone warmly

Explain the meaning of 'outlying'.

• Sloppy and inaccurate

• Careless and imprecise

• Attentive and precise

• Outskirts of an area like a town.

What is the definition of 'expanse'?

• Functional

• Modern

• Still in use

• Vast and wide area.

Which situation does the word 'linger' connect to?

• To slice a piece of pie with a clean knife.

• To hear a high pitched sound with your ears for 10 seconds.

• To smell a fragrance from baking cookies all afternoon.

• To quickly become angry due to another's bad action.

What does 'implore' mean?

• Forcefully take control of something

• Voluntarily give up or let go of something

• Ignore or neglect something

• To beg or plead for something.

Explain the term 'stealthily'.

• Sneaky and quietly quick

• Obvious and straightforward

• Unclear or imprecise

• Clear and precise

Define 'surge'.

• To smile brightly

• To dance gracefully

• To push or rise with powerful force

• To sing loudly

What is the meaning of 'receptacle'?

• A trash can

• A music box

• A beach ball

• Book bag

Explain the term 'treacherous'.

• extreme risk and danger

• ambition and drive

• avoidance of activity

• care and concern