The Outsiders: Vocabulary (Set 3) Test

What does the term "hysterics" refer to?

• A calm state of mind

• A fit of uncontrollable weeping or laughing

• A type of dance

• A form of exercise

What is the meaning of "mimicking"?

• Creating original art

• Imitating or copying in action or speech

• Writing poetry

• Singing a song

What does "radiates" mean?

• Absorbs light

• Sends out rays or waves

• Hides in darkness

• Moves in circles

How is "reality" defined?

• A fictional story

• The state or quality of being real

• An imaginary world

• A dream sequence

What does "drawled" mean?

• Spoken with lengthened or drawn-out vowels

• Whispered quietly

• Shouted loudly

• Sung melodiously

What is a "juvenile"?

• An elderly person

• A young person; a child

• A middle-aged adult

• A senior citizen

Who are "delinquents"?

• Law-abiding citizens

• Persons, especially juveniles, failing to do as the law requires

• Successful businesspeople

• Famous athletes

What does "recurring" mean?

• Happening once

• Happening repeatedly

• Never happening

• Happening in the past

What does "aghast" mean?

• Calm and relaxed

• Struck with overwhelming shock or amazement

• Happy and joyful

• Bored and uninterested

What is an "exploit"?

• A simple task

• An act or deed, especially brilliant or heroic ones

• A boring routine

• A failed attempt