Of Mice and Men Vocab Ch 3-4

What is the meaning of 'Alfalfa'?

• A) A type of dance

• B) A plant with clover-like leaves

• C) A type of animal

• D) A musical instrument

What does 'Bemused' mean?

• A) Extremely happy

• B) Puzzled or confused expression

• C) Very angry

• D) Deeply in love

What is the definition of 'Cowering'?

• A) Standing tall

• B) Crouching down in fear

• C) Running away

• D) Laughing loudly

What does 'Derision' mean?

• Joyful celebration

• Contemptuous mockery or teasing

• Quiet contemplation

• Peaceful meditation

What is 'Hoosegow'?

• A) A type of dance

• B) A slang term for a prison

• C) A type of food

• D) A musical instrument

What does 'Reprehensible' mean?

• A) Praiseworthy

• B) Deserving punishment or condemnation

• C) Easily forgettable

• D) Very common

What is 'Rheumatism'?

• A) A type of music

• B) A disease of the joints or muscles

• C) A type of dance

• D) A type of food

What does 'Aloof' mean?

• Very friendly

• Cool and distant; not very friendly

• Extremely happy

• Deeply in love

What is the meaning of 'Crestfallen'?

• A) Extremely joyful

• B) Sad and disappointed

• C) Very angry

• D) Deeply in love

What does 'Hame' refer to?

• A) Pieces of iron connected to a horse's collar

• B) A type of food

• C) A musical instrument

• D) A type of dance