Vocabulary Quiz Literary #4

What does 'juncture' mean?

• B) The shape or manner in which things come together

• D) A musical instrument

• A) A type of bird

• C) A type of fruit

What does 'mottled' mean?

• C) Emitting a strong odor

• B) Having spots or patches of color

• D) Being transparent

• A) Having a smooth texture

What does 'scowl' mean?

• A) Smile with joy

• B) Frown with displeasure

• C) Laugh loudly

• D) Cry with sadness

What does 'brusquely' mean?

• B) In a blunt direct manner

• A) In a polite manner

• D) In a roundabout manner

• C) In a hesitant manner

What does 'contemplate' mean?

• B) Think intently and at length, as for spiritual purposes

• C) Speak loudly

• D) Move slowly

• A) Act quickly

What does 'imperiously' mean?

• A) In a humble manner

• B) In a manner showing arrogant superiority

• D) In a confused manner

• C) In a friendly manner

What does 'mimic' mean?

• B) Imitate, especially for satirical effect

• A) Create something new

• D) Sing loudly

• C) Destroy completely

What does 'irrigation' mean?

• B) The act of planting trees

• A) The act of supplying dry land with water by artificial means

• D) The act of fishing

• C) The act of building houses

What does 'anguish' mean?

• C) Extreme anger

• B) Extreme distress of body or mind

• D) Extreme tiredness

• A) Extreme happiness

What does 'scourge' mean?

• A) Something causing happiness

• B) Something causing misery or death

• C) Something causing confusion

• D) Something causing excitement