Romeo and Juliet Act 1 Vocabulary

What does the word "covert" mean?

• Extremely loud and noticeable

• Not openly acknowledged or displayed

• Related to government operations

• Easily seen or understood

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of "pernicious"?

• Having a beneficial effect

• Having a strong taste or smell

• Having a harmful effect, especially in a gradual way

• Being necessary for survival

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "adversary" refer to?

• A close friend

• A business partner

• A family member

• An opponent or enemy

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the term "augmenting" mean?

• Decreasing or making something lesser

• Increasing or making something greater

• Keeping something the same

• Dividing or separating something

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of "disposition"?

• A legal agreement

• A physical position

• Attitude, state of mind, or inclination

• A temporary condition

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "transgression" refer to?

• A mathematical operation

• A type of transition

• A violation or breach of a law, rule, or code of conduct

• An agreement or treaty

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the word "obscured" mean?

• Clearly visible

• Hidden or concealed

• Brightly illuminated

• Easily understood

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of "beseeming"?

• Unattractive

• Inappropriate

• Appropriate or suitable

• Misleading

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does the word "virtuous" mean?

• Lacking moral standards

• Exhibiting high moral standards, goodness, and righteousness

• A person who is skilled in a particular art

• Showing a high level of intelligence

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the meaning of "mutiny"?

• A peaceful protest

• A legal agreement

• A rebellion or revolt

• An act of kindness

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4