
Gatsby chapter 1 vocabulary

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English
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9th - 12th Grade
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Mikkel Kristensen
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence has the correct use of the word: "epigram"?
"His wit was so sharp that he often uttered epigrams that left everyone in stitches."
"The grand ballroom was filled with an array of epigrams, creating an elegant atmosphere."
Answer explanation
Epigram: A short, witty saying or poem that expresses a single thought or observation with cleverness or humor.
Tags
CCSS.L.11-12.6
CCSS.L.8.6
CCSS.L.9-10.6
CCSS.W.11-12.2D
CCSS.W.9-10.2D
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence has the correct use of the word: "Supercilious"?
Her warm smile and genuine kindness made her seem supercilious to everyone she met."
"Tom Buchanan's supercilious attitude was evident in the way he looked down on others"
Answer explanation
Supercilious: Behaving or looking as though one thinks they are superior to others; arrogant and disdainful.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence has the correct use of the word: "Fractious"?
"The children were in a fractious mood, giggling and playing games together."
"Daisy tried to calm her fractious baby by singing a soft lullaby."
Answer explanation
Fractious: Irritable, quarrelsome, or difficult to control; unruly.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence has the correct use of the word: "Wan"?
"Her wan complexion and sparkly eyes indicated that she was full of energy and excitement."
"His wan smile suggested that he had experienced great hardships in his life."
Answer explanation
Wan: Pale or sickly in appearance; suggesting poor health or tiredness.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence has the correct use of the word: "Contiguous"?
"Gatsby's mansion and the Buchanan estate were on different sides of the bay, making them contiguous to each other."
"Gatsby's mansion was situated on a piece of land that was contiguous to Nick's house.
Answer explanation
Contiguous: Sharing a common border or touching; adjacent in space.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.8.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence has the correct use of the word: "Languid"?
"The athletes displayed a languid performance during the championship match, showcasing their incredible stamina."
"Daisy's languid movements and delicate voice added to her ethereal charm."
Answer explanation
Languid: Displaying a lack of energy or interest; slow and relaxed.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which sentence has the correct use of the word: "Deft"?
"Jordan's deft maneuvering of the car impressed everyone at the racetrack."
"His clumsy attempts at painting showed his deft skills in handling a brush."
Answer explanation
Deft: Skillful and quick in one's movements or actions; demonstrating proficiency.
Tags
CCSS.RI.11-12.4
CCSS.RI.8.4
CCSS.RI.9-10.4
CCSS.RL.11-12.4
CCSS.RL.9-10.4
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