The Story of an Hour Vocabulary

Into this she sank, pressed down by a physical exhaustion that haunted her body and seemed to reach into her soul.

Based on the context, what do you think is the best definition of haunted?

• frequented by a ghost

• to be persistently on someone's mind

• showing signs of mental anguish or struggle

• to go somewhere often

Based on the context, what is the best definition of the word yonder?

• at some far distance; over there

• in a bored or tired manner

• with your eyes closed

• in an angry or defiant manner

Knowing that Mrs. Mallard was afflicted with a heart trouble, great care was taken to break to her as gently as possible the news...

What is the best definition of the underlined word?

• moving quickly

• grievously affected

• deeply concerned

• joyfully preoccupied

What word does Mrs. Mallard repeat once she is alone, after sobbing over the death of her husband?

He had only taken the time to assure himself of its truth by a second telegram, and had hastened to forestall any less careful, less tender friend in bearing the sad message.

What is the best definition of the underlined word?

• move quickly or carelessly

• prevent through preemptive action

• instigate callously

• tacitly allow to occur

What is the best definition for the underlined word?

• the state of being subdued through force or pressure

• the state of being gravely concerned

• the state of adolescent awkwardness

• the state of joyful exuberance

What is the best definition of the word 'elusive' as used in 'The Story of an Hour'?

• A) difficult to find, catch, or achieve

• B) easy to understand

• C) clearly visible

• D) readily available

In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'tumultuously' most likely mean?

• A) calmly and quietly

• B) in a confused and disorderly manner

• C) with great joy

• D) slowly and steadily

What is the meaning of 'repression' in the context of 'The Story of an Hour'?

• A) the act of expressing emotions freely

• B) the act of holding back or subduing

• C) the act of celebrating openly

• D) the act of speaking loudly

In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'vacant' suggest about Mrs. Mallard's stare?

• A) full of emotion

• B) empty and expressionless

• C) focused and intense

• D) joyful and bright