Tiger Rising Vocabulary

The author's description of the tiger's fur was so _______________. It made it very easy to picture him.

• concentrate

• furious

• accurate

• concern

What does the word 'lurch' mean in the context of the story?

• A sudden movement

• A type of food

• A loud noise

• A bright color

In the book, what is the meaning of 'defiant'?

• Obedient

• Rebellious

• Joyful

• Confused

Which word best describes the mood created by the word 'sullen'?

• Cheerful

• Gloomy

• Excited

• Energetic

What does 'astounded' mean in the context of the story?

• Bored

• Surprised

• Angry

• Calm

In the book, what does the word 'fierce' imply about the tiger?

• Gentle

• Aggressive

• Lazy

• Playful

What is the meaning of 'emerge' as used in the story?

• Disappear

• Appear

• Hide

• Run

Which word is a synonym for 'clenched' as used in the book?

• Relaxed

• Opened

• Gripped

• Dropped

What does 'marvel' mean in the context of the story?

• Ignore

• Admire

• Destroy

• Forget

In the book, what does the word 'abruptly' suggest about the action?

• Slowly

• Suddenly

• Carefully

• Gently