Odyssey Books 1-4 Vocabulary Quiz

What is the meaning of "conscientious"?

• To be crushed by grief

• Guided by a sense of right and wrong

• The use of deception

• To do something in a casual way

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the word "amends" mean?

• To express strong disapproval

• Something done to make up for a wrong

• To destroy a town for valuables

• A feeling of righteous anger

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

The word "cunning" best describes someone who is:

• Indifferent to what is right or wrong

• Clever, especially in deception

• Open about their feelings

• Generous and kind-hearted

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "desolate" refer to?

• To reveal a secret

• To avoid detection

• To be crushed by grief; emptiness

• To stir up emotions

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

If someone is "discreet," they are:

• Reckless with their actions

• Careful to avoid being seen doing something

• Indifferent to the consequences of their actions

• Quick to express disapproval

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "guile" mean?

• A feeling of doubt or worry

• The use of deception; cunning

• To tear something violently

• To do something thoughtlessly

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

To "incite" means to:

• Make amends for a wrong

• Stir up emotions; to provoke

• Act in a casual, indifferent manner

• Spend resources thoughtlessly

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of "indignant"?

• To feel doubt or worry

• To feel righteous anger

• To act without care

• To be secretive

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "nonchalant" describe?

• A secretive behavior

• A casual, indifferent attitude

• A deceptive action

• A feeling of emptiness

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does it mean to "plunder"?

• To make up for a wrong

• To express disapproval

• To destroy a town for valuables

• To act in a clever and deceptive way

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4