Exploring Vocabulary in 'The Lottery'

Define the word "profusely" in the context of a person expressing gratitude.

• Sparingly

• Abundantly

• Reluctantly

• Briefly

Which of the following is a synonym for "reprimands"?

• Praises

• Scolds

• Ignores

• Encourages

Analyze the usage of "conduct" as a verb in the following sentence: "The teacher will conduct the experiment tomorrow."

• To stop

• To organize and carry out

• To observe

• To disrupt

Create a sentence using the word "paraphernalia" related to a hobby.

• The artist's paraphernalia included brushes, paints, and canvases.

• The paraphernalia was empty.

• Paraphernalia is a type of food.

• She paraphernalia the book.

Explain the meaning of "perfunctory" through an example.

• She gave a perfunctory nod, showing her deep interest.

• His perfunctory smile indicated his lack of genuine enthusiasm.

• The perfunctory speech was long and detailed.

• Her perfunctory effort was thorough and meticulous.

Identify an antonym for "interminably."

• Endlessly

• Briefly

• Continuously

• Persistently

Which sentence best demonstrates the use of "petulantly"?

• He petulantly accepted the award with grace.

• She petulantly refused to share her toys, pouting in the corner.

• They petulantly completed the marathon with determination.

• He petulantly organized the event with precision.

What is a synonym for "boisterous"?

• Quiet

• Calm

• Noisy

• Silent

Analyze the context in which "profusely" is used in the sentence: "He apologized profusely for the mistake."

• He apologized briefly.

• He apologized reluctantly.

• He apologized abundantly.

• He apologized quietly.

Create a sentence using "reprimands" in a school setting.

• The teacher reprimands the students for their excellent behavior.

• The principal reprimands the students for being late to class.

• The students reprimand the teacher for giving homework.

• The teacher reprimands the students for their punctuality.