"Growing Up on Alcatraz" Vocab Practice

What is the meaning of the word "administrator" as used in the article?

• A person who provides assistance in a business.

• A person who oversees or supervises the operations of a place.

• A person who is responsible for technical support.

• A person who teaches others.

What does "conclusive" mean?

• Capable of being understood by only a few people

• Putting an end to doubt by answering a question or settling a debate

• Not clear or certain

• Open to more than one interpretation

What does the word "incarcerated" mean?

• To be set free

• To be in prison or in jail

• To be acquitted of a crime

• To be charged with a crime

Which of the following is a synonym (or a similar word) for "incarcerated"?

• Detained

• Released

• Imprisoned

• Exonerated

What does "infamous" mean?

• Famous and well-liked for good deeds

• Not known by many people

• Well-known for having a good reputation

• Well-known for being wicked or having a very bad reputation

What is the meaning of the word "interaction" as used in the text?

• A) A musical performance

• B) A type of scientific experiment

• C) When two or more people come together and talk or do activities together

• D) A solo activity done in private

What is an example of a positive interaction mentioned in the text?

• A) Listening to music alone

• B) Hugging an old friend

• C) Reading a book

• D) Playing a video game by oneself

What does the "notorious" mean as seen in the text?

• Well-known for a very good deed

• Unknown or obscure

• Well-known or famous, especially for something bad

• Extremely rare or unique

What does the verb "reassure" mean?

• To make someone feel more confident

• To make someone feel less worried

• To make someone feel more anxious

• To make someone feel more excited

What does the word "uninhabited" mean?

• A place that is very crowded

• A place where a lot of animals live

• A place where no one lives

• A newly discovered place