Chapter 4-6 Vocabulary for Spiegelman's Maus

What does the word "luxurious" mean as used in Spiegelman's Maus?

• Lacking comfort and expensive features

• Simple and not elaborate

• Providing comfort and expensive features

• Difficult to obtain and rare

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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

What is a "tailor" according to the vocabulary for Spiegelman's Maus?

• A person who repairs shoes

• A person who makes or alters clothing

• A person who sells fabrics

• A person who designs fashion accessories

What does the term "overseer" refer to in the context of Spiegelman's Maus?

• A person who is in charge of financial accounts

• A person who is in charge of or oversees other workers

• A person who is responsible for cleaning and maintenance

• A person who is a skilled craftsman

What does it mean to "relocate" as used in Spiegelman's Maus?

• To find a new job

• To move to a new location or change homes

• To renovate one's current home

• To go on a long vacation

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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 is a "black market"?

• A market that operates at night

• A place where people buy, sell, or trade goods legally

• A place where people buy, sell, or trade goods illegally

• A stock exchange market

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

What is a "proposition" as mentioned in Spiegelman's Maus?

• A mathematical statement

• A formal request for employment

• A proposal or something offered for consideration

• A legal document outlining terms of agreement

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

What is a "convalescent home"?

• A home for the elderly

• A residential building where people recuperate from illnesses

• A vacation resort for relaxation

• A boarding school for children

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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

What does the verb "advise" mean in the context of Spiegelman's Maus?

• To order someone to do something

• To provide suggestions or recommendations

• To criticize or scold someone

• To predict future events

What does the word "obscure" mean as used in the text?

• Clearly visible

• Widely recognized

• Relatively unknown

• Extremely complicated

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

How is the word "nauseous" described in the document?

• Feeling excited

• Feeling sick and squeamish

• Feeling very happy

• Feeling extremely energetic

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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