Vocabulary for Narrative of the Life of Fredrick Douglass

What does the word "commence" mean?

• To end

• To begin

• To pause

• To cancel

Which of the following best describes "apprehension"?

• Excitement about the future

• Fear or dread of the future

• Confidence in future events

• Indifference towards the future

What is the meaning of "prudence"?

• Reckless behavior

• Wise handling of practical matters

• Ignorance of consequences

• Carelessness in decision-making

If something is "unabated," what does it mean?

• It decreases in intensity

• It stops completely

• It keeps its full force without decreasing

• It fluctuates in strength

What does "denunciation" refer to?

• Praise of something as good

• Public condemnation of something as wrong or evil

• Private approval of an action

• Silent acceptance of a situation

Which of the following best defines "vindication"?

• Evidence or proof that someone's claim is incorrect

• Evidence or proof that someone's claim is correct

• A false accusation

• A baseless rumor

Choose the word that means the opposite of "commence."

• Initiate

• Conclude

• Launch

• Start

Which word is synonymous with "apprehension"?

• Confidence

• Anxiety

• Joy

• Satisfaction

What is an example of "prudence"?

• Spending all your money without saving

• Planning a budget to manage expenses

• Ignoring advice from experts

• Taking unnecessary risks

Which situation describes something that is "unabated"?

• A storm that weakens over time

• A fire that continues to burn strongly

• A river that dries up

• A wind that stops blowing