9R Advanced Act Five Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word "penury"?

• Extreme wealth

• Extreme poverty

• Happiness

• Generosity

Which word best describes someone who is "aloof"?

• Warm and friendly

• Tired and exhausted

• Cool and distant

• Violent and uncontrolled

What does the word "disperse" mean?

• To gather in one place

• To scatter over a wide area

• To celebrate

• To neglect

Which word refers to funeral rites or ceremonies?

• Obsequies

• Remnant

• Cordial

• Presage

If someone is described as "weary," what are they most likely feeling?

• Energetic

• Tired

• Angry

• Joyful

Which of the following situations best illustrates the meaning of "neglect"?

• Watering a plant every day

• Forgetting to feed your pet for several days

• Taking your dog for a walk

• Cleaning your room regularly

A sudden dark cloud appears in the sky before a storm. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Remnant

• Cordial

• Presage

• Savage

If a group of people is described as "cordial," how are they likely to behave at a meeting?

• Hostile and unfriendly

• Warm and sincere

• Tired and uninterested

• Distant and aloof

After a wildfire, only a few charred pieces of wood are left in the forest. Which word best describes these pieces?

• Obsequies

• Remnants

• Cordials

• Presages

A character in a story is described as "savage." Based on this description, which of the following actions would best fit this character?

• Comforting a friend in need

• Organizing a peaceful event

• Attacking others without control

• Ignoring everyone at a party