Lady or the Tiger Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word 'fervent' as used in 'The Lady or the Tiger'?

• Intense

• Calm

• Indifferent

• Cold

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word best describes the king's method of justice in 'The Lady or the Tiger'?

• Fair

• Arbitrary

• Predictable

• Merciful

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

In 'The Lady or the Tiger', what does the word 'barbaric' imply about the king's character?

• Civilized

• Gentle

• Savage

• Wise

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What is the meaning of 'impartial' as used in the context of the story?

• Biased

• Unbiased

• Unfair

• Partial

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word from 'The Lady or the Tiger' means 'a strong feeling of energy or eagerness'?

• Apathy

• Lethargy

• Fervor

• Calmness

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the word 'deliberation' mean in the context of the story?

• Haste

• Careful consideration

• Negligence

• Indifference

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

In 'The Lady or the Tiger', what does the word 'retribution' mean?

• Forgiveness

• Reward

• Punishment

• Gift

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of 'ardor' as used in 'The Lady or the Tiger'?

• Enthusiasm

• Boredom

• Apathy

• Indifference

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word best describes the princess's feelings towards the lady behind one of the doors?

• Friendly

• Jealous

• Indifferent

• Supportive

What does the word 'anguish' mean in the context of the story?

• Joy

• Sorrow

• Excitement

• Relief

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4