The Crucible Vocabulary Quiz

Michael noticed that the community park was in poor condition. What does it mean if he decides to "ameliorate" the situation?

• To make something worse

• To make something better

• To ignore a problem

• To create a new issue

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Scarlett and Charlotte had a disagreement over a group project. Their teacher had to step in and decide the best course forward for the project. Which word describes what the teacher did?

• Blasphemy

• Arbitrate

• Conjure

• Restitution

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the meaning of "blasphemy"?

• Showing deep respect for sacred things

• Speaking or acting disrespectfully towards God or sacred things

• Making a judgment in a dispute

• Returning something that was lost

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

During a group project, Mia noticed that one of her teammates was being very insensitive and cruel to others. Which word best describes this behavior?

• Pious

• Callous

• Malign

• Deference

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

During a magic show, Aria amazed the audience by performing a trick to "conjure" a rabbit out of an empty hat. What does "conjure" mean in this context?

• To make something disappear

• To make something appear by magic

• To destroy something

• To judge a dispute

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the definition of "deference"?

• Arrogance and disrespect

• Humble submission and respect

• Causing harm or evil

• A preference for something

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word means "causing or intending to cause harm or evil"?

• Ameliorate

• Malign

• Callous

• Predilection

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

During a discussion in class, Aiden mentioned that his grandmother is very "pious". What does "pious" mean in this context?

• Deeply religious

• Disrespectful towards sacred things

• Indifferent to religion

• Cruel and insensitive

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Aria has a predilection for Italian cuisine. What does "predilection" mean in this context?

• A strong dislike for something

• A preference or special liking for something

• A neutral attitude towards something

• A judgment in a dispute

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does "restitution" refer to?

• The act of stealing something

• The act of returning something lost or stolen

• The act of making a judgment

• The act of causing harm

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4