Unit 2 Vocabulary Quiz

What is the definition of a myth?

• A story that explains history, nature, or human behavior

• A story that features imaginative plots and the supernatural

• A story that is considered traditional literature

• All of the above

What does it mean to be careless?

• Doing something without care

• Being careful and watchful

• Planning and thinking carefully

• Showing interest and thoughtfulness

What does it mean to be insensitive?

• Showing concern for others' feelings

• Being considerate and thoughtful

• Not showing or feeling concern for others' feelings

• Being understanding and empathetic

What does it mean to be naive?

• Showing knowledge and experience

• Having realistic judgment

• Lacking knowledge, experience, or realistic judgment

• Being wise and knowledgeable

What does it mean to be authoritative?

• Having or showing authority

• Lacking power, control, or command

• Being submissive and obedient

• Being fair and just

What does it mean to be savage?

• Being gentle and peaceful

• Being fierce, violent, or uncontrolled

• Being kind and compassionate

• Being civilized and refined

What does it mean to sacrifice something?

• To give up something valued for an important or worthy purpose

• To hold onto something valuable

• To receive something valuable in return

• To share something valuable with others

What is the definition of a tyrant?

• A ruler who governs absolutely with fairness and kindness

• A ruler who governs absolutely with unfairness and cruelty

• A ruler who shares power and control with others

• A ruler who is loved and respected by all

What does it mean to vow?

• To break a serious promise or pledge

• To make a serious promise or pledge

• To ignore promises and pledges

• To forget about promises and pledges

What does it mean to taunt someone?

• To make fun of, tease, or challenge using mean language

• To support and encourage someone

• To apologize and make amends

• To ignore and avoid someone