A Raisin in the Sun, Act 1, Vocabulary

What does the word "unobtrusively"?

• In a noticeable and attention-grabbing manner

• In a way that is not easily noticed or does not attract attention

• In a rude and disrespectful manner

• With a lot of noise and disturbance

Answer explanation

The word 'unobtrusively' means in a way that is not easily noticed or does not attract attention, which is the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the word "incredulity" mean?

• The state of being unwilling or unable to believe something

• The state of being noticeable or prominent

• The state of being calm and peaceful

• The state of being eager or enthusiastic

Answer explanation

The word 'incredulity' means the state of being unwilling or unable to believe something, which is the correct choice in this context.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the word "beseechingly" mean?

• In a way that is forceful and direct

• In a way that is hesitant and unsure

• In a way that is earnest or urgent in request or plea

• In a way that is happy and joyful

Answer explanation

The word 'beseechingly' means in a way that is earnest or urgent in request or plea, making it the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the word "furtively" mean?

• In a way that is open and visible

• In a way that is done secretly or quietly to avoid being noticed

• In a way that is slow and relaxed

• In a way that is quick and energetic

Answer explanation

The word 'furtively' means in a way that is done secretly or quietly to avoid being noticed, making the correct answer choice 'In a way that is done secretly or quietly to avoid being noticed'.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the word "indignantly" mean?

• Feeling or showing happiness

• Feeling or showing sadness

• Feeling or showing indifference

• Feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.

Answer explanation

The word 'indignantly' means feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Sarah slipped into the crowded room __________, hoping to avoid drawing attention to herself.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

1. "How dare you accuse me of such a thing!" she said _______, her cheeks flushing with anger.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

When he announced his plan to climb Mount Everest with minimal experience, his friends looked at him with _________, doubting his ability to succeed.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

She looked at her parents ______, hoping they would let her go to the concert despite it being on a school night.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

________, he glanced around before slipping the forbidden book into his backpack, hoping no one had noticed his actions.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4