What does the word 'maverick' mean?
Roll of Thunder Chapter 6 Vocabulary

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English
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6th Grade
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Hard
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
A style of dance
Independent or unorthodox person
A popular brand of ice cream
A type of bird
Answer explanation
The word 'maverick' in Chapter 6 of Roll of Thunder means an independent or unorthodox person, not a style of dance, a popular brand of ice cream, or a type of bird.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Define the term 'aloof'.
Warm and welcoming
Emotionally distant or reserved
Friendly and approachable
Outgoing and sociable
Answer explanation
The term 'aloof' in Chapter 6 of Roll of Thunder means emotionally distant or reserved, not warm and welcoming, friendly and approachable, or outgoing and sociable.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the meaning of 'formidable' in the context of Roll of Thunder.
Weak and insignificant
Causing fear or apprehension due to power or strength.
Unimportant and trivial
Friendly and approachable
Answer explanation
The meaning of 'formidable' in the context of Chapter 6 in Roll of Thunder is causing fear or apprehension due to power or strength, making it the correct choice.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the significance of the word 'interminable'?
Indicates the lack of importance in the situation
Signifies the endless and unbearable nature of the situation
Highlights the joy and relief experienced by the characters
Represents the short-lived and easily solvable issue
Answer explanation
The word 'interminable' signifies the endless and unbearable nature of the situation in Chapter 6 of Roll of Thunder.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does 'sullenly' imply in Roll of Thunder?
Energetic and lively behavior
Friendly and outgoing attitude
Bad-tempered and sulky attitude
Cheerful and optimistic demeanor
Answer explanation
The word 'sullenly' implies a bad-tempered and sulky attitude in Chapter 6 of Roll of Thunder.
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Define 'resiliency' as used in Chapter 6 of Roll of Thunder.
The ability to endure and overcome challenges and injustices
The lack of perseverance in the face of adversity
The tendency to give up easily
The inability to adapt to change
Answer explanation
Resiliency, as defined in Chapter 6 of Roll of Thunder, is the ability to endure and overcome challenges and injustices, making it the correct choice.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain the term 'indignation'.
Feeling of anger or annoyance caused by unfair treatment or disrespect
Sense of indifference towards unfair treatment
Feeling of joy and contentment
State of confusion and uncertainty
Answer explanation
The term 'indignation' in the context of Chapter 6 in Roll of Thunder refers to a feeling of anger or annoyance caused by unfair treatment or disrespect, making it the correct choice.
8.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Describe the word 'emaciated'.
Being well-fed and nourished
Experiencing moderate weight loss
Having a healthy and robust appearance
Extremely thin due to illness or lack of food.
Answer explanation
The word 'emaciated' in Chapter 6 of Roll of Thunder refers to being extremely thin due to illness or lack of food, highlighting the correct choice.
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