To Build a Fire Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word 'conflagration' as used in 'To Build a Fire'?

• A large destructive fire

• A small campfire

• A type of snowstorm

• A type of animal

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In 'To Build a Fire', what does the word 'intangible' mean?

• Unable to be touched or grasped

• Very cold

• Extremely dangerous

• Full of energy

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word best describes the protagonist's attitude in 'To Build a Fire'?

• Arrogant

• Fearful

• Joyful

• Indifferent

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RI.11-12.10

CCSS.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

What does the word 'undulations' refer to in the context of 'To Build a Fire'?

• Waves or wavelike motions

• Mountains

• Trees

• Animals

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

In 'To Build a Fire', what does the term 'frailty' refer to?

• Weakness

• Strength

• Courage

• Fear

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

What is the meaning of 'apprehension' as used in 'To Build a Fire'?

• Anxiety or fear

• Excitement

• Happiness

• Confidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which of the following best describes the setting of 'To Build a Fire'?

• A harsh, cold wilderness

• A bustling city

• A warm, tropical beach

• A quiet village

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

What does the word 'imperative' mean in the context of 'To Build a Fire'?

• Absolutely necessary

• Optional

• Unimportant

• Dangerous

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In 'To Build a Fire', what does the word 'peremptorily' mean?

• In a commanding way

• Gently

• Slowly

• Carelessly

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What is the significance of the word 'pall' in 'To Build a Fire'?

• A covering of gloom

• A type of animal

• A snowstorm

• A fire

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4