Group B Quiz, Week of 4/29/24

When Jackson received his exam results, he reacted resignedly. What does 'resignedly' mean in this context?

• In a way that shows excitement

• In a way that calmly accepts something unpleasant or difficult that you cannot change

• In a way that shows resistance

• In a way that expresses joy

During a literature class, Emma read a passage that described a character's feelings after losing a cherished possession. Which word best describes the character's feelings as "expressing sorrow or regret"?

• Pansy

• Ruefully

• Wistfully

• Indignant

What is the meaning of "Smoldering"?

• The process of burning quickly with flame

• The process of cooling down

• The process of burning slowly with smoke but no flame

• The process of evaporating

Charlotte looked at the old photographs of her childhood home wistfully. What does 'wistfully' mean in this context?

• A feeling of anger

• A feeling of happiness

• A feeling of longing and yearning for something

• A feeling of disgust

During a heated debate in class, Luna looked at her teacher imploringly. What does "Imploringly" describe in this context?

• Acting in a commanding manner

• Begging or pleading for mercy

• Laughing uncontrollably

• Working diligently

Which word is used to describe a feeling of anger due to unfair treatment?

• Indignant

• Reluctant

• Exploits

• Fiend

Olivia reluctantly agreed to join the weekend hiking trip. What does "reluctantly" imply in this context?

• Eagerly

• Happily

• Unwillingly or hesitantly

• Quickly

Define the verb "Exploits".

• To ignore completely

• To make full use of and receive benefits from something

• To destroy something

• To repair something

What does the word 'Fiend' typically refer to?

• A) A kind and helpful person

• B) A mythical, evil creature

• C) A type of food

• D) A scientific term

What did Ponyboy learn about Darry?

• Darry didn't hate Ponyboy.

• Everything Darry did was because he loved Ponyboy and didn't want to lose him.

• Darry was not going to be a "nobody."

• All of the answers are correct.