Interlopers Vocabulary Quiz

What does "interloper" mean in the story "The Interlopers"?

• A person invited to a party

• A person involved where they are not wanted

• A person who helps others

• A person who owns land

What does "precipitous" mean?

• Very steep

• Very flat

• Very cold

• Very dark

What does "marauder" mean?

• A peaceful neighbor

• A person who roams to steal or attack

• A forest animal

• A government official

What does "pious" mean?

• Angry

• Religious or devout

• Tired

• Wealthy

What does "reconciliation" mean?

• A fight

• Restoring friendly relations

• A celebration

• A journey

Which word from "The Interlopers" means "to agree to do something you think is beneath you"?

• Acquiesce

• Languor

• Succor

• Pestilential

What does the word "languor" suggest about the characters after being trapped?

• They are energetic

• They are weak and lacking energy

• They are angry

• They are hopeful

If someone is called "pestilential," what does it mean?

• They are helpful

• They are dangerous or likely to cause disease

• They are friendly

• They are wealthy

What does "interloper" mean in this sentence: "Relief at being alive was succeeded by a fierce desire to conquer this interloper."?

• A wild animal

• An unwelcome person

• A close friend

• A family member

Why did the author use the word "marauder" for the wolves at the end of the story? Use the text to support your answer.

• Because the wolves are friendly

• Because the wolves are searching for food and are dangerous

• Because the wolves are lost

• Because the wolves are pets