The Outsiders Ch. 1 Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word "Asset"?

• A liability or burden

• A useful or valuable thing, person, or quality

• A type of financial debt

• A form of punishment

Which word describes something that is impossible to understand or comprehend?

• Sagely

• Incredulous

• Unfathomable

• Ornery

What does "Rivalry" refer to?

• A friendly relationship

• A state of competition or opposition

• A type of partnership

• A peaceful agreement

If someone acts "Sagely," how are they behaving?

• Foolishly

• Wisely

• Recklessly

• Angrily

What does "Incredulous" mean?

• Believing everything easily

• Feeling or showing disbelief

• Being very happy

• Acting very shy

How would someone act if they are behaving "Nonchalantly"?

• With great enthusiasm

• In a relaxed and calm manner

• With extreme anger

• In a very nervous way

What does "Vaguely" mean?

• Clearly and precisely

• In a way that is uncertain or unclear

• Very loudly

• In a detailed manner

Which word describes someone who is brave and noble?

• Ornery

• Gallant

• Rogue

• Nonchalant

What does "Ornery" mean?

• Easygoing and pleasant

• Bad-tempered and combative

• Extremely generous

• Very intelligent

If someone is described as a "Rogue," what does it imply?

• They are very trustworthy

• They are a dishonest or unprincipled person

• They are extremely shy

• They are very organized