Great Gatsby: Vocabulary Quiz 1

Ms. Maynard taught a lesson about using transitions to help students organize and connect their ideas in essays. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Cynical

• Vehement

• Coherence

Answer explanation

Coherence refers to the logical connections and organization of ideas in writing. Ms. Maynard's lesson on transitions aims to enhance coherence in students' essays, making their arguments clearer and more connected.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

The students did not like their uniforms because they all looked exactly alike. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Homogeneity

• Poignant

• Notorious

Answer explanation

The students disliked their uniforms due to their homogeneity, meaning they all looked the same. This lack of variety contributed to their dissatisfaction, making 'homogeneity' the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Mike asked the doctor very strongly to help his mother and let her be his patient. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Vehement

• Ambiguous

• Condescend

Answer explanation

The word 'vehement' means showing strong feeling or forceful intensity, which fits Mike's strong request to the doctor. The other options, 'ambiguous' and 'condescend', do not convey the same level of urgency or intensity.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

The people in the room started to cry when the bride said it was hard to get married without her parents there. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Homogeneity

• Poignant

• Apathetic

Answer explanation

The bride's emotional statement about her parents evokes deep feelings, making the moment touching and sad. This aligns with 'poignant,' which describes something that stirs strong emotions, unlike 'apathetic' or 'homogeneity.'

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

Abby was confused because her co-workers gave her different answers to her questions. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Contemptuous

• Poignant

• Ambiguous

Answer explanation

Abby's confusion arises from her co-workers providing different answers, indicating that the information is unclear or open to multiple interpretations. This situation is best described as ambiguous.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

Marc missed the last shot that could have won the game, and now people call him the player who messed up at the end. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Notoriety

• Coherent

• Condescending

Answer explanation

Marc's missed shot led to him being labeled negatively, which reflects his notoriety as the player who failed at a crucial moment. Notoriety refers to being famous or well-known, often for unfavorable reasons.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

R.J. just shrugged when his teacher said he was failing his class. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Notorious

• Apathetic

• Homogeneous

Answer explanation

R.J.'s shrug indicates a lack of concern or interest in his failing status, which aligns with the definition of 'apathetic'—showing little or no emotion or interest. The other options do not fit this context.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Judith didn't believe what the politician said. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Poignant

• Apathetic

• Cynical

Answer explanation

Judith's disbelief in what the politician said reflects a cynical attitude, suggesting she views politicians as untrustworthy. This aligns with the definition of 'cynical', making it the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

Juanita said to Jack, “You couldn’t even win against a little kid with a hurt arm.” This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Rude

• Clear

• Unclear

Answer explanation

Juanita's comment is disrespectful and belittling, implying that Jack is so weak he couldn't win against a child. This makes her statement rude, as it attacks Jack's abilities rather than providing constructive criticism.

Tags

CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Andre was ___ for being late; his friends even told him to come an hour early, but he was still never on time. This is an example of which vocabulary word?

• Punctual

• Apathetic

• Oblivious

• Notorious

• Contemptuous

Answer explanation

Andre was 'notorious' for being late, meaning he was well-known for his tardiness despite his friends' advice to arrive early. The other options do not accurately describe his consistent lateness.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.1