Open Court U6L4 Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word 'pewter'?

• A type of metal alloy

• A type of dance

• A type of fruit

• A type of fabric

Choose the word that means 'a person who destroys or ruins things': a) ravager b) clinical c) twang d) monocle

• a) ravager

• d) monocle

• c) twang

• b) clinical

Which word means 'relating to the observation and treatment of actual patients rather than theoretical or laboratory studies'?

• clinical

• experimental

• laboratory

• theoretical

What does the word 'twang' mean?

• A low, rumbling sound

• A high-pitched, piercing sound

• A sharp, vibrating sound

• A soft, muffled sound

What is the definition of 'monocle'?

• A monocle is a type of microscope.

• A monocle is a small, round cookie.

• A monocle is a type of hat.

• A monocle is a single lens eyepiece.

Which word means 'in a manner that shows concern or care for someone's well-being'?

• neglectfully

• indifferently

• uncaringly

• caringly

What is the meaning of the word 'scorn'?

• to feel or express contempt or disdain

• to fear or be afraid of

• to admire or respect

• to love or cherish

Choose the word that means 'a person who lives in solitude, often to seek spiritual enlightenment': a) hermit b) daub c) derision d) upturned

• b) daub

• c) derision

• d) upturned

• a) hermit

What does the word 'daub' mean?

• to apply or spread thinly or carelessly

• to mix or blend thoroughly

• to remove or erase completely

• to apply or spread thickly and carefully

What is the definition of 'derision'?

• The act of praising or admiring someone or something.

• The act of mocking or ridiculing someone or something.

• The act of ignoring or neglecting someone or something.

• The act of supporting or endorsing someone or something.