Number the Stars Ch. 1-6

What is the definition of the word "contempt"?

• A feeling of admiration

• A feeling of disdain or scorn

• A feeling of joy

• A feeling of surprise

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

• The obstinate child refused to eat his vegetables.

• She was obstinate to help her friend.

• He obstinately agreed to the plan.

• The weather was obstinate and sunny.

What is a synonym for "impassive"?

• Emotional

• Indifferent

• Angry

• Joyful

Choose the sentence that uses "haughtily" correctly.

• She haughtily accepted the compliment with a smile.

• He haughtily ran the marathon.

• The cat haughtily purred on the couch.

• They haughtily whispered during the movie.

What is the definition of "glowering"?

• Smiling brightly

• Staring angrily

• Laughing loudly

• Whispering softly

Which word is an antonym of "stunned"?

• Shocked

• Surprised

• Unfazed

• Astonished

Select the sentence that uses "suspicious" correctly.

• The suspicious cat purred loudly.

• She was suspicious of the strange noise outside.

• He suspiciously enjoyed the party.

• The weather was suspiciously sunny.

What is a synonym for "reluctantly"?

• Willingly

• Eagerly

• Hesitantly

• Joyfully

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

• She felt exasperation when she won the lottery.

• He sighed in exasperation after the long meeting.

• The exasperation was delicious.

• They danced with exasperation at the party.

What is the definition of "obstinate"?

• Easily persuaded

• Stubbornly refusing to change one's opinion

• Open to new ideas

• Quick to agree