The Giver 1-4 Vocabulary Quiz

What does the verb "intrigue" mean?

• To discipline or reprimand severely

• To arouse curiosity or interest; fascinate

• To accumulate and hide or store away

• To cause someone to become perplexed and confused

Which word means "capable of being touched or felt; easily perceptible"?

• Nurture

• Palpable

• Bewilder

• Chortle

What is the meaning of "distraught"?

• Deeply agitated or upset

• Calm, peaceful, and untroubled

• Anxious or fearful about the future

• Unwilling and hesitant

Which word describes someone who is "childishly sulky or bad-tempered"?

• Apprehensive

• Petulant

• Serene

• Reluctant

What does "nurture" mean?

• To care for and encourage the growth or development of someone or something

• To laugh in a breathy, gleeful way

• To move toward or be attracted to a place, person, or thing

• To accumulate and hide or store away

What is the definition of "remorse"?

• Deep regret or guilt for a wrong committed

• An act that goes against a law, rule, or code of conduct

• A person’s inherent qualities of mind and character

• Faithful attachment or commitment to a person, cause, or belief

Which of the following sentences uses the word "intrigue" correctly?

• The mystery novel’s plot continued to intrigue the detective.

• She felt intrigue after eating the spicy soup.

• The large stone was intrigue to the archaeologists.

• He showed great intrigue when he decided to sleep early.

What part of speech is "transgression"?

• Verb

• Adjective

• Noun

• Adverb

Which of the following best captures the connotation of "chastise"?

• A gentle reminder

• A severe punishment or reprimand

• A lighthearted joke

• A celebratory speech

In which scenario would someone most likely feel "apprehensive"?

• Just before giving an important speech

• While enjoying a peaceful sunset

• After finishing an easy test

• When hearing good news