Vocabulary Oscars Quiz 1 ( Gatsby 1-3)

During a debate competition, Abigail expressed her opinions vehemently. Which of the following describes how someone might express their opinions in a way that is the opposite of Abigail's approach?

• Boldly

• Brutally

• Subdued

• Angrily

What is the meaning of the word "jovially" as used in the sentence: “Hello, Michael, old man’ Said Tom slapping him jovially on the shoulder”?

• Sadly

• Cheerfully

• Angrily

• Quietly

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Emma was praised for her decencies during the school event. What is a synonym for the word "Decencies"?

• Misconduct

• Manners

• Vulgarity

• Rudeness

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Emma was known for her supercilious attitude at school. However, after a life-changing event, she became more approachable. Which of the following words best describes Emma's new attitude?

• Conceited

• Arrogant

• Humble

• Haughty

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Maya was cleaning her kitchen. In which sentence is the word "vigorously" used correctly?

• She whispered vigorously to avoid being heard.

• He lazily completed his work vigorously.

• She scrubbed the floor vigorously to remove the stubborn stains.

• He gently patted the dog vigorously.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During a school debate, Maya noticed that Ethan's tone was quite contemptuous when he addressed the opposing team. What is a synonym for the word "contemptuous"?

• Respectful

• Sneering

• Approving

• Admiring

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During a classroom activity, Abigail noticed that her friend Arjun often engaged in "echolalia". What does this mean?

• A type of musical instrument

• Repetition of words or sounds

• A type of garden

• A type of drum

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

When Priya moved from her small hometown to the bustling city, her provincial mindset prevented her from embracing the city's cosmopolitan culture. What does "provincial" imply?

• Open-minded

• Narrow-minded

• Adventurous

• Urban

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Zoe was working on her art project and wanted to create something that was the opposite of "grotesque." Which of the following styles should she choose?

• Strange

• Deformed

• Appealing

• Weird

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

During a quiet night, Aria noticed that the temperature dropped almost imperceptibly. Which of the following is a synonym for "imperceptibly"?

• Perceptible

• Indistinguishable

• Discernible

• Appreciable

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4