A Modest Proposal Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word 'prodigious' as used in 'A Modest Proposal'?

• Enormous

• Tiny

• Ordinary

• Insignificant

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

In 'A Modest Proposal', what does the word 'expedient' mean?

• A means to an end

• A delay

• A mistake

• A journey

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Which word best describes the tone of 'A Modest Proposal'?

• Sarcastic

• Joyful

• Melancholic

• Fearful

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the meaning of 'deplorable' in the context of 'A Modest Proposal'?

• Regrettable

• Admirable

• Acceptable

• Joyful

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

In 'A Modest Proposal', what does the word 'sustenance' refer to?

• Food and drink

• Shelter

• Clothing

• Entertainment

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What does the word 'modest' imply in the title 'A Modest Proposal'?

• Humble

• Extravagant

• Arrogant

• Complex

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What is the meaning of 'scrupulous' as used in 'A Modest Proposal'?

• Diligent and thorough

• Careless

• Lazy

• Indifferent

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

In 'A Modest Proposal', what does the word 'melancholy' mean?

• Sadness

• Happiness

• Excitement

• Anger

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word 'commodity' mean in the context of 'A Modest Proposal'?

• A useful or valuable thing

• A waste product

• A rare item

• A luxury

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 the proposal made in 'A Modest Proposal'?

• Satirical

• Serious

• Literal

• Practical

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6