The Story of an Hour Vocabulary

It was not a glance of reflection, but rather indicated a suspension of intelligent thought.

What is the best definition for the underlined word?

• perpetual stare

• temporary pause

• unlikely relationship

• easy moment

She arose at length and opened the door to her sister's importunities.

What are the respective meanings of the two underlined words?

• kind attention

• gracious opportunity

• persistent request

In the street below a peddler was crying his wares.

What are the respective meanings of the two underlined words?

• a young child; commodities for sale

• a town crier; awareness of something

• a thief; awareness of something

• a seller of goods; commodities for sale

What is the best definition for the word 'tumultuously' as used in 'The Story of an Hour'?

• A) Calmly

• B) Violently

• C) Secretly

• D) Joyfully

In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'elixir' most closely mean?

• A) A magical potion

• B) A type of medicine

• C) A source of life

• D) A kind of perfume

What is the meaning of the word 'afflicted' in the context of 'The Story of an Hour'?

• A) Cured

• B) Troubled

• C) Ignored

• D) Celebrated

In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'repression' signify?

• A) Freedom

• B) Suppression

• C) Expression

• D) Joy

What does the word 'vacant' imply in the sentence: 'There was a vacant stare in her eyes'?

• A) Empty

• B) Full

• C) Angry

• D) Happy

In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'illumination' refer to?

• A) Lighting

• B) Understanding

• C) Decoration

• D) Celebration

What is the best definition for the word 'feverish' as used in 'The Story of an Hour'?

• A) Calm

• B) Excited

• C) Sick

• D) Cold