Social Scenarios

Analyze the following situation: A group of artists regularly meets to discuss their work and share ideas. Which vocabulary word best describes this group?

• Misanthrope

• Coterie

• Effrontery

• Indigent

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Analyze the behavior of a person who shows "effrontery" in a meeting. What might this look like?

• Quietly listening to others

• Boldly interrupting and challenging the speaker

• Taking detailed notes

• Agreeing with everything said

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In a social scenario where someone is being 'gregarious', what are they likely doing?

• A) Avoiding others

• B) Socializing actively

• C) Reading a book alone

• D) Writing in a journal

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word best describes a person who is 'aloof' in a group setting?

• A) Engaged

• B) Detached

• C) Friendly

• D) Enthusiastic

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In a conversation, if someone is 'taciturn', how might they behave?

• A) Talkative

• B) Silent

• C) Argumentative

• D) Inquisitive

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What does it mean if a person is described as 'amiable' in a social gathering?

• A) Hostile

• B) Friendly

• C) Indifferent

• D) Rude

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In a social context, what does 'empathy' allow a person to do?

• A) Ignore others' feelings

• B) Understand others' emotions

• C) Dominate conversations

• D) Avoid social interactions

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

If someone is 'obsequious' in a social setting, how might they act?

• A) Assertive

• B) Submissive

• C) Indifferent

• D) Hostile

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What is the meaning of 'convivial' when describing a social event?

• A) Dull

• B) Lively

• C) Formal

• D) Quiet

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

In a social scenario, what does it mean to be 'jovial'?

• A) Sad

• B) Cheerful

• C) Angry

• D) Nervous

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4