Vocabulary Review Ch. 1-5

“The greasers were always looked down on by the Socs.”

What does the word “greaser” most likely refer to in this sentence?

• A criminal organization

• A member of a working-class youth group

• A mechanic or car washer

• A police officer

“The Socs had fancy cars and influenced the town.”

What does the term “Socs” suggest about their role in the community?

• They are known for being rebellious

• They come from a lower-income background

• They are wealthy and have power in town

• They are ignored by most adults

"You’re always ​ (a)   , Cherry!"

• naggin’
• cunning
• bootlegging
• staggering
• fiend

“The two groups met for a rumble behind the lot.”

Based on this sentence, a rumble is BEST described as—

• A sporting event

• A loud party

• A planned fight between rival groups

• A car race

Match the following words to their appropriate definitions.

• Walking unsteadily

• aloof

• In a tough situation

• staggering

• The pressure to live like everyone else

• when the chips are down

• distant and emotionally withdrawn

• rip-roarin’

• A wild and fun time

• rat race

“He remained aloof, not joining in the conversation.”

What does the word "aloof" mean?

• He is shy and nervous

• He is distant and emotionally withdrawn

• He is friendly and polite

• He is talkative and outgoing

“Johnny’s ​ (a)   actions put him in danger.”

• aloof
• unfathomable
• contempt
• reckless

It’s the ​ (a)   I can’t stand. I don’t like to do things the way everyone else does.

• rat race
• cunning
• contempt
• when the chips are down
• green around the gills

"The pain he felt was unfathomable to his friends."

In this context, "unfathomable" means—

• Deep and impossible to understand

• Easy to talk about

• Funny or confusing

• Brief and unimportant

“He smiled ruefully, knowing the fight wasn’t over.”

What does the word “ruefully” mean?

• Joyful excitement

• Angry determination

• Sadness mixed with regret

• Confidence and pride