The Secret Garden - Vocabulary

What does 'disagreeable' mean?

• pleasant

• unpleasant

• confusing

• exciting

The word 'wretched' in the passage means:

• happy

• miserable

• energetic

• confident

What does the word 'circumstances' refer to in the passage?

• random events

• surrounding conditions

• personal belongings

• misfortune

In the passage, 'detestation' means:

• hatred

• curiosity

• admiration

• indifference

The term 'hysterical' in the passage is best defined as:

• calm and collected

• curious and interested

• energetic

• overly emotional

A 'hypochondriac' in the context of the passage is someone who: 

• enjoys nature

• seeks adventure

• imagines they are ill

• studies hard

The word 'hideous' in the passage means:

• beautiful

• wise

• ugly

• common

'Agreeable' in the context of the passage means:

• disagreeable

• pleasant

• annoying

• boring

The word 'deserted' in the passage means:

• abandoned

• populated

• decorated

• searched

Archibald has a 'drawn face.' What does this suggest?

• He is very relaxed and happy

• He is tired, stressed or unwell

• He is physically strong and healthy

• He is confused and disorientated