Animal Farm New Vocabulary Quiz

What is the meaning of the word 'tyranny'?

• Cruel and oppressive government or rule

• Anarchy and chaos

• Peaceful and harmonious rule

• Kind and fair government

Define the term 'ensconced'.

• To be unsettled and insecure

• To be hidden and isolated

• To be confused and disoriented

• To be settled comfortably or securely

Explain the term 'pretext'.

• To provide a reason that is unrelated to the action

• To provide a genuine reason for an action

• To provide a reason after the action has already been taken

• To provide a false reason or motive for an action

What does the word 'cynical' mean?

• Indifferent and apathetic towards human integrity

• Naive and gullible about human sincerity

• Distrustful of human sincerity or integrity

• Optimistic and trusting of human sincerity

Define the term 'laborious'.

• requiring a lot of effort

• lazy

• easily accomplished

• quick and simple

What is the meaning of the word 'sordid'?

• clean, pristine, or morally upright

• fragrant, aromatic, or morally acceptable

• shiny, polished, or morally commendable

• dirty, squalid, or morally distasteful

Explain the term 'manifestly'.

• clearly or obviously

• confusingly

• secretly

• vaguely

What does the word 'pervading' mean?

• To spread throughout and be present in every part of something.

• To move slowly and cautiously

• To make a loud and unpleasant noise

• To disappear suddenly

Define the term 'indefatigable'.

• Lacking energy and enthusiasm

• Showing sustained enthusiastic action with unflagging vitality

• Easily tired and lacking stamina

• Showing sustained action with unflagging vitality

What is the meaning of the word 'shirk'?

• to engage in teamwork and collaboration

• to avoid or neglect a duty or responsibility

• to share equally with others

• to work diligently and responsibly