Of Mice & Men Vocab Review (Ch. 1-4)

What does the verb "quiver" mean?

• To become less bright

• To tremble and shake in small movements

• To copy or imitate

• To direct attention to

Which word describes acting with a specific goal?

• Pugnacious

• Calculating

• Elaborate

• Poised

What is the meaning of the adjective "pugnacious"?

• Eager to argue or fight

• Balanced and ready to move

• Not knowing about a circumstance or event

• Showing clearly the outline or profile or boundary

What does the verb "subdue" mean?

• To force into loyalty or obedience

• To wear off or go away

• To cause to move upward

• To become less bright

What does the adverb "ominously" suggest?

• In a manner showing great respect and formality

• In a way that suggests something bad will happen

• In a sullen or gloomy manner

• In a manner that shows doubt or distrust

What is the meaning of the noun "reversal"?

• A farm implement used to break up the surface of the soil

• An undoing of a prior decision

• Great enjoyment

• The dumping of water onto someone or something

What does the verb "dim" mean?

• To become less bright

• To think or expect

• To direct attention to

• To copy or imitate

What does the adjective "elaborate" describe?

• Eager to argue or fight

• Having many parts; complicated in design

• Balanced and ready to move

• Showing clearly the outline or profile or boundary

What does the adverb "reverently" mean?

• In a manner showing great respect and formality

• In a sullen or gloomy manner

• In a manner that shows doubt or distrust

• In a way that suggests something bad will happen

What does the verb "indicate" mean?

• To tremble and shake in small movements

• To direct attention to; to point out

• To cause to move upward

• To force into loyalty or obedience