And Then There Were None - Vocab

What does the word "apprehension" mean?

• • A feeling of calmness

• • A feeling of unease or anxiety

• • A sudden decision

• • A loud noise

If someone is described as being "furtive," what are they likely to be doing?

• • Acting openly and honestly

• • Sleeping peacefully

• • Acting in a secretive or sneaky manner

• • Leading a raucous celebration

The detective (a)   every piece of evidence as he ​ (b)   organized his case files.

• scrutinized
• meticulously
• cumbersome
• placid
• furtively

He made a __________ attempt to escape, but the guards caught him in the act.

• • surreptitious

• • strenuous

• scrutinize

• idiosyncrasy

Match the following

• calm

• impromptu

• trait

• eerie

• sudden

• placid

• spooky

• idiosyncrasy

• not guilty

• exonerate

The (a)   hike up the mountain was tough, but it gave us a beautiful view of the ​ (b)   lake.

• strenuous
• placid
• apprehensive
• cumbersome
• raucous

If someone has an "idiosyncrasy," what do they have?

• • A deep understanding

• • A sudden decision-making ability

• • A distinct habit or characteristic

• • A legacy of achievements

Match the following

• loud

• scrutinize

• examine

• conscientious

• heritage

• legacy

• awkward

• cumbersome

• careful

• raucous