Of Mice and Men Vocab Quiz#2 - Ch 3

Which sentence uses the word "apprehensive" correctly?

• She was apprehensive about the upcoming test, feeling confident and relaxed.

• He was apprehensive about the dark alley, fearing what might be lurking in the shadows.

• The apprehensive dog wagged its tail happily when it saw its owner.

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Identify the sentence that correctly uses the word "bewildered."

• The instructions were clear, leaving everyone bewildered.

• She was bewildered by the complex puzzle, unable to find a solution.

• He felt bewildered after receiving a compliment from his friend.

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Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "console."

• He tried to console his friend by ignoring her completely.

• She consoled her brother after he lost his favorite toy, offering him a hug.

• The console was too heavy to lift, so they left it behind.

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Which sentence uses the word "contemptuously" correctly?

• He looked at the broken vase contemptuously, admiring its beauty.

• She spoke contemptuously to her rival, showing disdain and disrespect.

• The cat purred contemptuously, enjoying the attention.

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Identify the sentence that correctly uses the word "disarming."

• His disarming smile made everyone feel uneasy and suspicious.

• The disarming speech calmed the crowd, easing their fears.

• She was disarming the bomb with great care and precision.

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Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "earnestly."

• He earnestly joked about the serious situation, making everyone laugh.

• She earnestly studied for the exam, hoping to improve her grades.

• The earnestly painted wall was full of vibrant colors.

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Which sentence uses the word "meager" correctly?

• The meager feast was enough to feed the entire village.

• His meager salary barely covered his living expenses.

• The meager library was filled with thousands of books.

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Identify the sentence that correctly uses the word "jeering."

• The crowd was jeering the performer, applauding loudly.

• The jeering fans booed the opposing team, showing their disapproval.

• She was jeering at the joke, laughing heartily.

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Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "sullen."

• He was sullen after winning the game, celebrating with his friends.

• The sullen child sat quietly in the corner, refusing to play.

• She was sullen with joy, smiling brightly.

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Which sentence uses the word "woe" correctly?

• Her woe was evident as she danced joyfully at the party.

• He expressed his woe through tears, mourning his loss.

• The woe of the situation was uplifting and inspiring.

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