Vocabulary Quizs

standoff (n.)

• The inability of either side to win in a game or other competition.

• A decisive victory for one side.

• A situation where both sides agree to disagree.

• A method of resolving conflicts through negotiation.

firsthand (adj.)

• From the original source; direct.

• From a secondary source; indirect.

• From a fictional source; imaginary.

• From a biased source; subjective.

convinced (adj.)

• Confident about a thought or belief.

• Doubtful about a thought or belief.

• Indifferent to a thought or belief.

• Uncertain about a thought or belief.

liberty (n.)

• Freedom from being controlled; the right to choose or act freely.

• A state of being confined or restricted.

• A legal obligation to follow rules and regulations.

• A form of government where power is held by a single ruler.

composition (n.)

• The arrangement of elements in a work of art.

• A type of musical arrangement.

• A method of painting with watercolors.

• The process of writing a poem.

pose (n.)

• A type of art medium

• How a figure is sitting or standing in a work of art

• A technique for painting

• A style of sculpture

theme (n.)

• A type of literary device used to create suspense

• The main message about life an author conveys through a story

• A character's emotional journey throughout the narrative

• The setting and time period in which a story takes place

taunted (v.)

• Teased with cruel words or actions; made fun of.

• Encouraged with kind words or actions; supported.

• Ignored completely without any response.

• Complimented sincerely and positively.

massacre (n.)

• The violent killing of many people.

• A peaceful gathering of individuals.

• A type of celebration or festival.

• A method of negotiation in conflicts.

meek (adj.)

• Having a bold and assertive nature

• Having a gentle and quiet nature, lacking in courage

• Having a loud and confrontational demeanor

• Having a strong and aggressive personality