Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry Vocabulary

The students ______________ when Little Man talked back to Miss Crocker.  They knew he would get a whipping.  

• grimaced

• chignon

• audible

What does the word 'meticulously' mean in the context of 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry'?

• Carelessly

• Thoroughly

• Quickly

• Lazily

In 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry', what is the meaning of 'resilient'?

• Flexible

• Weak

• Fragile

• Stubborn

Which word best describes someone who is 'aloof'?

• Friendly

• Distant

• Talkative

• Cheerful

What does 'emaciated' mean as used in 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry'?

• Well-fed

• Thin

• Energetic

• Strong

In the book, what does 'admonished' mean?

• Praised

• Warned

• Ignored

• Celebrated

What is the meaning of 'plaintive' in the context of the story?

• Joyful

• Mournful

• Excited

• Indifferent

Which of the following best defines 'scoffed'?

• Praised

• Mocked

• Ignored

• Accepted

What does 'reverberated' mean in 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry'?

• Echoed

• Silenced

• Stopped

• Whispered

In 'Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry', what does 'formidable' mean?

• Weak

• Intimidating

• Friendly

• Small