The Outsiders Chps 10-12

Which sentence best uses the word "composition" as it is meant in the vocabulary list?

• The composition of the painting was very colorful.

• She wrote a composition about her summer vacation.

• He was worried about the composition of the soccer team.

• The composition of the cake was too sweet.

Choose the sentence where "acquitted" is used correctly.

• The judge acquitted the criminal after finding him guilty.

• She acquitted herself well during the competition.

• He was acquitted of all charges and set free.

• The acquitted man was sent to jail.

Which of the following is the best example of something "corny"?

• A joke that everyone has heard a thousand times.

• A mysterious and suspenseful story.

• A complicated math problem.

• A serious news report.

Select the sentence that uses "vaguely" correctly.

• She vaguely remembered meeting him at the party.

• He vaguely finished his homework on time.

• The cake was vaguely delicious.

• The dog vaguely barked at the stranger.

Which of the following best demonstrates the meaning of "veered"?

• The car veered off the road to avoid hitting the deer.

• The car stopped at the red light.

• The car parked in the driveway.

• The car honked at the pedestrian.

Which sentence best shows the meaning of "flinching"?

• He flinched when the ball came toward his face.

• He smiled when he saw his friend.

• He laughed at the funny joke.

• He waved to his neighbor.

Which of the following situations best illustrates someone being "liable"?

• If you break a window, you are liable for the cost of repair.

• If you win a prize, you are liable to celebrate.

• If you study hard, you are liable to succeed.

• If you eat cake, you are liable to enjoy it.

Which of the following best describes someone who is "delirious"?

• Someone who is calm and focused.

• Someone who is confused and not thinking clearly, often due to illness.

• Someone who is very organized.

• Someone who is very quiet.

A character in a story is described as "clad in armor." What does this suggest about the character, and how might it affect the way others interact with them?

• The character is likely unprotected, so others may try to help them.

• The character is wearing armor, so others may see them as strong or prepared for battle.

• The character is tired, so others may avoid them.

• The character is confused, so others may not trust them.

If a soccer player suffers a "concussion" during a game, what steps should the coach take, and why?

• Let the player continue playing because it's not serious.

• Remove the player from the game and seek medical attention to prevent further injury.

• Ignore the injury and focus on winning the game.

• Tell the player to rest for a minute and then return to the game.