The Outsider Chapter 1-3 Vocabulary

What does the word 'dumbfounded' mean?

• feeling sad and upset
• feeling confused and lost
• feeling shocked or astonished
• feeling happy and excited

What does the word 'nonchalant' mean in a given context?

• relaxed and calm
• excited and energetic
• angry and upset
• confused and lost

Can you use the word 'aloof' in a sentence?

• No, I am friendly.
• Yes, I am aloof.
• No, I am aloof.
• Yes, I am friendly.

What is the relationship between the words 'elite' and 'representing the best or highest level'?

• antonyms
• homonyms
• synonyms
• homophones

What is the difference between the words 'gallant' and 'brave'?

• they have the same meaning
• gallant is more positive than brave
• brave is more positive than gallant
• they are antonyms

How would you evaluate the use of the word 'ornery' to describe someone's behavior?

• positive
• neutral
• inaccurate
• accurate

What does the word 'rarity' mean?

• something not often seen or done
• something seen often
• something valuable
• something common

How is the word 'unfathomable' used to describe something?

• something that is not real
• something that cannot be understood
• something that can be easily understood
• something that is not important

Which word means feeling or showing disbelief?

• elite
• gallant
• incredulous
• rarity

What positive quality does the word 'asset' refer to?

• a positive quality
• a negative quality
• a physical object
• a neutral quality