Week 4 Kite Runner Vocab

What is the definition of "aloofness"?

• The quality of being friendly and sociable

• The state of being distant or uninvolved

• The act of being overly emotional

• The tendency to be overly critical

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

Which sentence uses the word "oblivion" correctly?

• She was in a state of oblivion, completely aware of her surroundings.

• The book fell into oblivion, forgotten by everyone.

• His oblivion was evident in his detailed recollection of events.

• Oblivion is a type of flower that blooms in spring.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

What does "pragmatic" mean?

• Based on practical considerations

• Related to artistic expression

• Concerned with theoretical ideas

• Focused on emotional responses

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Choose the sentence that correctly uses "fabricated."

• The story was fabricated, based on true events.

• She fabricated a new recipe by following the instructions exactly.

• The evidence was fabricated, leading to a false conviction.

• He fabricated his emotions, showing genuine happiness.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What is the meaning of "surly"?

• Cheerful and friendly

• Rude and bad-tempered

• Calm and composed

• Quiet and reserved

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

In which sentence is "pondered" used correctly?

• She pondered the question quickly and answered without thought.

• He pondered over the decision for days before making a choice.

• They pondered the meal, eating it without hesitation.

• Pondered is a type of dance popular in the 1920s.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

Define "interlude."

• A long, continuous performance

• A break or pause between events

• The climax of a story

• The beginning of a journey

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10. RL.11-12.10

CCSS.RL.8.7

Select the sentence that uses "pungent" correctly.

• The pungent aroma of the flowers was sweet and mild.

• The pungent cheese had a strong and sharp smell.

• Her pungent personality made her very approachable.

• Pungent is a term used to describe soft textures.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

What does "succulent" mean?

• Dry and tasteless

• Juicy and flavorful

• Bitter and sour

• Hard and crunchy

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

Which sentence uses "blood money" correctly?

• He earned blood money by working overtime at the hospital.

• The blood money was paid to the family of the victim.

• Blood money is a term for a generous donation.

• She saved her blood money for a vacation.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4