The Great Gatsby Chp. 3&4 Vocabulary

What does the word "permeate" most closely mean?

• To block

• To spread throughout

• To destroy

• To create

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word refers to a subtle or indirect suggestion, often with a negative connotation?

• Assertion

• Innuendo

• Compliment

• Declaration

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.6

What is the meaning of "erroneous"?

• Correct

• Mistaken

• Precise

• Accurate

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word describes a strong and passionate expression of emotion?

• Indifferent

• Vehement

• Apathetic

• Calm

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "cordial" mean?

• Hostile

• Friendly

• Cold

• Unkind

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word best describes someone who acts without thinking?

• Cautious

• Impetuous

• Deliberate

• Thoughtful

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "vacuous" mean?

• Intelligent

• Empty

• Full

• Bright

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word describes someone who is overweight?

• Slim

• Corpulent

• Lean

• Thin

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What does "provincial" mean in the context of someone's outlook?

• Cosmopolitan

• Narrow-minded

• Open-minded

• Worldly

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which word refers to a loud, unpleasant noise?

• Silence

• Din

• Whisper

• Murmur

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4