Charles by Shirley Jackson Vocabulary

What is the meaning of the word 'renounce' as used in 'Charles' by Shirley Jackson?

• To give up or reject something

• To accept or embrace something

• To misunderstand something

• To celebrate something

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In the context of 'Charles' by Shirley Jackson, what does the word 'insolently' mean?

• Politely

• Rudely

• Quietly

• Happily

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

Which word best describes Charles's behavior in the story 'Charles' by Shirley Jackson?

• Obedient

• Mischievous

• Generous

• Timid

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

What does the word 'swaggering' imply about Charles's attitude in the story?

• Confident and arrogant

• Shy and reserved

• Sad and lonely

• Happy and content

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

In 'Charles' by Shirley Jackson, what does the word 'cynically' suggest about Laurie's mother's perspective?

• Trusting

• Skeptical

• Joyful

• Indifferent

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What is the meaning of 'reformation' in the context of the story 'Charles'?

• Punishment

• Improvement

• Destruction

• Celebration

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

How does the author use the word 'fresh' to describe Charles's behavior?

• New and innovative

• Rude and disrespectful

• Clean and tidy

• Excited and eager

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

What does the term 'haggard' imply about Laurie's mother's appearance?

• Energetic and lively

• Tired and worn out

• Young and vibrant

• Calm and relaxed

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

In 'Charles' by Shirley Jackson, what does the word 'elaborately' suggest about Laurie's storytelling?

• Simply and plainly

• In a detailed and complicated manner

• Quickly and hastily

• Boringly and dully

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

What does the word 'raucous' describe in the story 'Charles'?

• Quiet and peaceful

• Loud and disorderly

• Soft and gentle

• Calm and serene

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.6.4