Lord of the Flies Vocab #2

What is the definition of the word "render"?

• To make or become less intense

• To cause to be or become; make

• To hide or cover

• To destroy completely

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

• She diffidently accepted the award, unsure of her worthiness.

• He diffidently shouted at the top of his lungs.

• The diffidently bright sun shone through the clouds.

• The diffidently loud music was heard from miles away.

What is a synonym for "curtly"?

• Politely

• Briefly

• Slowly

• Loudly

Use the word "daunting" in a sentence.

• The daunting task of climbing the mountain was completed with ease.

• The daunting cat purred softly.

• The daunting rain was barely noticeable.

• The daunting silence was comforting.

What does "impervious" mean?

• Not allowing fluid to pass through

• Easily broken

• Full of holes

• Soft and flexible

Which of the following best describes an "enterprise"?

• A small, insignificant task

• A bold or complex project or undertaking

• A simple, everyday chore

• A quiet, uneventful day

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "emphatic".

• She was emphatic in her refusal to attend the party.

• The emphatic breeze was gentle and soothing.

• He spoke emphatic words in a whisper.

• The emphatic silence was barely noticeable.

What does "alight" mean?

• To get off or dismount

• To climb up

• To darken

• To extinguish

Use the word "corpulent" in a sentence.

• The corpulent cat struggled to fit through the small door.

• The corpulent tree was thin and fragile.

• The corpulent wind was barely noticeable.

• The corpulent silence was comforting.

What is the definition of the word "parody"?

• A serious and respectful imitation

• A humorous or satirical imitation

• A tragic and emotional story

• A factual and detailed account