Vocabulary from The Minister's Black Veil

What is the role of a "sexton" in a church setting?

• A person who leads the choir

• A person responsible for the maintenance of the church and its graveyard

• A person who delivers sermons

• A person who collects donations

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In the context of "The Minister's Black Veil," what does the term "goodman" refer to?

• A wealthy landowner

• A term of respect for a man, similar to "mister"

• A religious leader

• A young boy

What is "crape" commonly used for in the context of the story?

• A type of food

• A fabric used for mourning

• A musical instrument

• A type of flower

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which of the following best describes an "omniscient" narrator?

• A narrator who is a character in the story

• A narrator who knows everything about all characters and events

• A narrator who only knows the thoughts of one character

• A narrator who is unreliable

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.1.6

What does the "knell" refer to in a literary context?

• A joyful song

• A bell rung to announce a death or funeral

• A type of dance

• A type of poem

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

What is a "synod" in religious terms?

• A religious festival

• A council or assembly of church officials

• A type of prayer

• A sacred text

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RI.K.6

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

What does "plighted" mean in the context of a promise or engagement?

• Broken

• Secret

• Solemnly pledged

• Forgotten

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

What is a "bugbear" in terms of fears or concerns?

• A mythical creature

• A source of annoyance or fear

• A type of bear

• A friendly companion

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

How would you describe something that is "preternatural"?

• Ordinary

• Beyond what is normal or natural

• Artificial

• Commonplace

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does it mean to be "sagacious"?

• Foolish

• Wise and insightful

• Quick-tempered

• Indecisive

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4