Algernon Vocabulary Quiz

What does the word "perplex" mean?

• To be a mystery or bewildering to

• To be easily understood

• To be joyful and happy

• To be angry and upset

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of "degenerate"?

• A person who is very successful

• A person whose behavior deviates from what is acceptable

• A person who is always happy

• A person who is very intelligent

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does "hostility" refer to?

• A state of deep-seated ill-will

• A feeling of joy and happiness

• A sense of calm and peace

• A state of confusion

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is "regression"?

• Moving forward to a new state

• Returning to a former state

• Staying in the same state

• Advancing to a higher state

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Who is an "opportunist"?

• A person who always tells the truth

• A person who places expediency above principle

• A person who is very generous

• A person who is always late

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does "blunder" mean?

• A well-thought-out plan

• An embarrassing mistake

• A successful attempt

• A clever idea

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What is a "grotto"?

• A large mountain

• A small cave, usually with attractive features

• A vast desert

• A deep ocean trench

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does "lethargic" mean?

• Full of energy and activity

• Deficient in alertness or activity

• Highly motivated and active

• Extremely focused and attentive

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "pompous" mean?

• Humble and modest

• Puffed up with vanity

• Very generous

• Extremely shy

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

The child's ________ behavior confused everyone as he went from being excited to suddenly sad.

• erratic

• repress

• grotto

• hostility

• waver

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4