Unit 1: Art of Suspense Vocabulary Practice Quiz

Define the term "acquire."

• To lose something

• To obtain or get something

• To destroy something

• To give something away

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which sentence correctly uses the word "genial"?

• The genial weather made everyone feel gloomy.

• Her genial smile made everyone feel welcome.

• He was genial when he shouted at his friend.

• The room was too genial to be comfortable.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the term "intrigue" mean?

• To bore someone

• To confuse someone

• To fascinate or interest someone

• To anger someone

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Use the word "justify" in a sentence.

• She tried to justify her actions by explaining her reasons.

• He justified the door to keep it open.

• The justify was too heavy to lift.

• They justify the cake with icing.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

Identify the example of dramatic irony.

• A fire station burns down.

• A character in a play is unaware of a secret that the audience knows.

• A person buys a lottery ticket and wins.

• A teacher is surprised by a pop quiz.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A

What is situational irony?

• When the audience knows something the characters do not

• When the opposite of what is expected occurs

• When a character says one thing but means another

• When a situation is humorous

Tags

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Create a scenario using the term "offensive."

• A person gives a compliment to a friend.

• A player makes an offensive remark during the game.

• A student helps another with homework.

• A teacher praises a student's work.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Define the term "ruthless."

• Kind and gentle

• Without pity or compassion

• Full of joy

• Easily frightened

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which sentence uses the word "vindictive" correctly?

• She was vindictive when she forgave her friend.

• His vindictive nature led him to seek revenge.

• The vindictive weather was calm and sunny.

• They were vindictive in their generosity.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Identify the example of situational irony.

• A pilot is afraid of heights.

• A character in a movie knows a secret the audience does not.

• A comedian tells a joke that no one laughs at.

• A doctor falls ill.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.5A