Vocabulary Quiz for The Gift of the Magi

What does the word "imputation" suggest about a person's actions?

• They are innocent.

• They are guilty of something.

• They are wealthy.

• They are hardworking.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.1.6

Which word describes someone who is extremely unwilling to spend money?

• Generous

• Parsimonious

• Wealthy

• Frugal

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.1.6

What does the verb "instigates" mean in the context of a situation?

• To calm down

• To provoke or bring about

• To ignore

• To conclude

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.1.6

If something predominates in a group, what is its role?

• It is the weakest element.

• It is the strongest or most important.

• It is the least important.

• It is the most ignored.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.1.6

What is a tenement?

• A luxurious mansion

• An apartment that has furniture in it

• A type of vehicle

• A type of clothing

Tags

CCSS.L.6.1E

CCSS.L.5.4B

What was the role of a "Mendicancy squad"?

• To help the wealthy

• To arrest beggars and homeless people

• To provide education

• To build houses

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.8.4

Where would you find a vestibule in a building?

• In the basement

• Just inside the main doors

• On the roof

• In the kitchen

Tags

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does "sterling" mean when describing quality?

• Poor

• Average

• Highest standard or quality

• Below standard

Tags

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What happens when something depreciates?

• It increases in value.

• It stays the same.

• It lowers in value.

• It becomes more popular.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does "meretricious" mean when describing an object?

• Truly valuable

• Appearing attractive but having no real value

• Very expensive

• Extremely rare

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F