The Kite Runner Week 5 Vocab

What is the best definition of the word "daunting" as used in the sentence: "Climbing the mountain seemed like a daunting task for the young hikers"?

• Exciting and fun

• Intimidating or overwhelming

• Simple and easy

• Boring and dull

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Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "surreal."

• The surreal painting looked exactly like a photograph.

• The surreal experience made me question if I was dreaming.

• The surreal dog barked loudly at the mailman.

• The surreal homework was very easy.

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Which of the following best defines "demeanor"?

• A type of clothing

• A person's outward behavior or manner

• A place where people gather

• A kind of food

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Select the sentence that uses "imbecile" correctly.

• The imbecile solution solved the math problem.

• He acted like an imbecile when he ignored the obvious warning signs.

• The imbecile weather was perfect for a picnic.

• She imbecilely finished her homework.

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What does "profoundly" mean in the context of the sentence: "She was profoundly moved by the speech"?

• Slightly

• Deeply or intensely

• Quickly

• Casually

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Which sentence uses "morose" correctly?

• He was morose after hearing the bad news.

• The morose sun shone brightly.

• She morose the cake for dessert.

• The morose music made everyone dance.

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What is the best definition of "contrite"?

• Feeling or expressing remorse or guilt

• Being very happy

• Acting in a silly way

• Showing excitement

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Choose the sentence that uses "abhor" correctly.

• I abhor waking up early on weekends.

• I abhor my favorite dessert.

• I abhor to go to the movies.

• I abhor my best friend.

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What does "melee" mean in the following sentence: "A melee broke out in the cafeteria after lunch"?

• A quiet conversation

• A confused fight or scuffle

• A planned event

• A musical performance

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Which sentence uses "morbidly" correctly?

• She was morbidly interested in horror stories.

• He morbidly ran the race.

• The morbidly cake was delicious.

• They morbidly played soccer.

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