Unit 3 Vocabulary

What is the definition of the word "Miser"?

• A person who is generous with their money

• A person who hoards wealth and spends as little money as possible

• A person who is always happy and cheerful

• A person who is very talkative

What does "Resolute" mean?

• Uncertain and indecisive

• Firmly determined

• Easily swayed

• Confused

Define the term "Malcontent".

• A person who is satisfied with their situation

• Someone who is always content

• A person who is dissatisfied and rebellious; Troublemaker

• A person who is very wealthy

What is the meaning of "Morose"?

• Cheerful and lively

• Gloomy and ill-tempered

• Extremely talkative

• Very energetic

What does "Covetous" mean?

• Generous and giving

• Desiring something that belongs to someone else; greedy

• Content with what one has

• Indifferent to material possessions

Define "Penance".

• A reward for good behavior

• Voluntary self-punishment for wrongdoing

• A celebration of achievements

• A form of entertainment

What is the definition of "Reclamation"?

• The act of giving up something

• The process of claiming something back

• The act of destroying something

• The process of forgetting something

What does "Subsequent" mean?

• Occurring before something else

• Happening after something else

• Happening at the same time

• Unrelated to time

Define the term "Astonish".

• To bore someone

• To surprise or impress someone greatly

• To confuse someone

• To anger someone

What is the meaning of "Articulate"?

• Unable to speak clearly

• Able to express oneself fluently and clearly

• To remain silent

• To speak in a whisper