7-16 Quiz on 'The Nest' by Robert Zacks

Fill in the blank: Restlessness means the inability to rest or relax because of ______.

• excitement

• boredom or anxiety

• happiness

• satisfaction

What is the meaning of 'bewilderment'?

• Being happy

• Being lost, astonished, or confused

• Being angry

• Being calm.

Fill in the blank: Stern means ______.

• happy

• serious or angry

• confused

• relaxed

What does 'sullen' mean?

• Having a good temper

• Being cheerful

• Having a bad temper or being sulky

• Being excited

Fill in the blank: Pity means feeling ______ towards someone when they are in a tough situation.

• anger

• empathy

• joy

• indifference

Fill in the blank: The title 'The Nest' symbolizes ______.

• loneliness

• family, love, hardships, memories, and homes

• anger

• confusion

What is the opposite of 'stern'?

• Happy

• Serious

• Angry

• Relaxed

What is a synonym for 'bewilderment'?

• Clarity

• Confusion

• Calmness

• Joy

Fill in the blank: 'Reform' means to ______ something.

• destroy

• improve

• ignore

• forget

Why does Jimmy's mother refuse to let him go on a hike?

• She doesn't trust Jimmy.

• She doesn't trust Paul.

• She thinks Jimmy is too young.

• She thinks hiking is dangerous.