Frankenstein Vocabulary Test 19-21

Choose the correct definition for the vocabulary word 'Averred'.

• To replace something by force

• To declare in a positive, formal way

• To be indecisive

• To express disapproval of

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

Choose the correct definition for the vocabulary word 'Caprice'.

• A sudden, impulsive change of mind

• An authoritarian assertion of opinion

• A kindly disposition

• A state of weariness

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

Choose the correct definition for the vocabulary word 'Disconsolate'.

• Cheerful and content

• Hopelessly sad or unhappy

• Showing a lack of wisdom

• Difficult to understand

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

Choose the correct definition for the vocabulary word 'Filial'.

• Related to or characteristic of money

• Pertaining to a son or daughter

• Being indecisive or wavering

• To express disapproval

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

Choose the correct definition for the vocabulary word 'Indefatigable'.

• Bold and reckless

• Early or just beginning

• Tireless and persistent

• A false or mistaken belief

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

Benignity

• A wavering or unsteady nature

• A kindly or gracious disposition

• A strong attachment to family

• Weariness or lack of energy

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

Dogmatism

• A prediction based on the present

• An act of replacing something

• A mistaken belief or incorrect statement

• The assertion of opinions as undeniable truths

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

Erroneously

• Mistakenly or incorrectly

• Acting in an impulsive manner

• Showing a lack of respect

• Holding an unshakable belief

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

Incipient

• Just beginning; in an early stage

• Extremely difficult to comprehend

• Showing high energy levels

• Pertaining to a family member

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

Prognosticated

• To predict based on present conditions

• To argue forcefully about an opinion

• To be indecisive between choices

• To replace something forcefully

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