Coraline Vocabulary Quiz: Chapters 1-5

What is the meaning of the word "peculiar" as used in Coraline, chapters 1-5?

• Ordinary

• Strange or unusual

• Expensive

• Dangerous

Which word from chapters 1-5 best fits the definition: "a small, mischievous creature from folklore"?

• Goblin

• Pixie

• Gnome

• Faerie

What does the word "scuttled" mean as used in the context of Coraline's exploration?

• Walked slowly

• Ran quickly with short steps

• Flew away

• Jumped up and down

In the story, Coraline describes something as "musty." What does "musty" mean?

• Fresh and clean

• Smelling old or damp

• Very bright

• Loud and noisy

What is the best definition of "haughty" as used to describe a character in chapters 1-5?

• Friendly and kind

• Proud and unfriendly

• Shy and quiet

• Silly and playful

Based on the context in which it appears, what does the word "briskly" suggest about how Coraline moved?

• She moved slowly and lazily.

• She moved quickly and energetically.

• She moved quietly and carefully.

• She moved awkwardly and clumsily.

If a room is described as "dreary," what can you infer about its appearance?

• It is bright and cheerful.

• It is dark and depressing.

• It is crowded and noisy.

• It is clean and organized.

When Coraline "hesitated" before opening the door, what does this tell you about her feelings?

• She was excited.

• She was uncertain or nervous.

• She was angry.

• She was tired.

The word "beckoned" is used in the text. If someone beckons to you, what are they doing?

• Ignoring you

• Calling you over with a gesture

• Laughing at you

• Running away from you

If Coraline describes a voice as "melodious," what can you infer about the voice?

• It is harsh and unpleasant.

• It is musical and pleasant.

• It is loud and frightening.

• It is soft and hard to hear.