Vocabulary Challenge: The Giver Chapters 1-3

What does 'palpable' mean?

• Capable of being touched or felt; clear and obvious.

• Difficult to understand or interpret

• A type of fabric

• A term used in cooking

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

How would you use 'adhere' in a sentence?

• Please ensure that you adhere to the safety guidelines while operating the machinery.

• They decided to adhere the poster on the wall.

• You should adhere to the rules of the game.

• He will adhere to the schedule for the meeting.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Define 'conviction' in your own words.

• A firm belief or opinion.

• A type of financial investment.

• A temporary feeling or emotion.

• A legal punishment for a crime.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is a 'transgression'?

• A type of legal agreement.

• A violation of a law or moral principle.

• A form of artistic expression.

• A method of conflict resolution.

Tags

CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Describe a 'petulant' person.

• A person who is calm and collected in stressful situations.

• A person who is easily annoyed and behaves in a childish or sulky manner.

• A person who is very organized and disciplined.

• A person who is always cheerful and optimistic.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does it mean to be 'chastised'?

• To be reprimanded or scolded.

• To be praised for good behavior.

• To be rewarded with a gift.

• To be ignored completely.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Explain the term 'disposition'.

• Disposition is a method of cooking food to enhance flavor.

• Disposition is a person's inherent qualities of mind and character.

• Disposition is a term used in psychology to describe emotional states.

• Disposition refers to a legal document outlining asset distribution.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is a 'dystopia'?

• A dystopia is an imagined society that is undesirable or frightening, often marked by totalitarianism, environmental ruin, or extreme inequality.

• A dystopia is a perfect society with no problems.

• A dystopia is a historical period marked by peace and prosperity.

• A dystopia is a type of utopia that promotes equality.

How might someone 'wheedle' information from another?

• By demanding information forcefully.

• By providing misleading information.

• By using flattery and persuasion.

• By ignoring the other person's feelings.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What is the difference between 'awe' and 'apprehensive'?

• Awe is a type of fear, while apprehensive is a sense of calm.

• Awe is related to anger, while apprehensive means excitement.

• Awe is a feeling of confusion, while apprehensive is a feeling of joy.

• Awe is a feeling of wonder or respect, while apprehensive is a feeling of anxiety or fear.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4