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Gris Grimly's Frankenstein Vol.1 & 2: Vocab/Reading #1

Total questions: 19

Worksheet time: 25mins

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Class
Date
1.

What does the word 'retire' mean in the context of Gris Grimly's Frankenstein?

a)

Playing sports

b)

Cooking a meal

c)

Going for a walk

d)

Going to bed or resting

2.

In what way is the word 'shun' used in Gris Grimly's Frankenstein?

a)

To describe the act of admiring or praising something or someone

b)

To describe the act of ignoring or overlooking something or someone

c)

To describe the act of embracing or accepting something or someone

d)

To describe the act of avoiding or rejecting something or someone

3.

How is the word 'subdue' employed in Gris Grimly's Frankenstein?

a)

The word 'subdue' is employed to describe the act of bringing something under control or to conquer in Gris Grimly's Frankenstein.

b)

In Gris Grimly's Frankenstein, 'subdue' means to create or bring into existence.

c)

The word 'subdue' is employed to describe the act of retreating or withdrawing in Gris Grimly's Frankenstein.

d)

The word 'subdue' is used to describe the act of nurturing in Gris Grimly's Frankenstein.

4.

In what way does the author use the word 'sympathize' in Gris Grimly's Frankenstein?

a)

To describe the reader's fear of the character of Frankenstein

b)

To describe the reader's lack of interest in the character of Frankenstein

c)

To describe the reader's emotional connection with the character of Frankenstein

d)

To describe the reader's admiration for the character of Frankenstein

5.

What does the term "ardently" mean?

a)

Casually

b)

Passionately

c)

Hesitantly

d)

Indifferently

6.

How would you describe behavior that is "barbarous"?

a)

Kind-hearted

b)

Cruel and brutal

c)

Civilized

d)

Sophisticated

7.

What does it mean to "comply" with something?

a)

Resist

b)

Obey or conform

c)

Ignore

d)

Disagree

8.

What does the term "countenance" refer to?

a)

Facial expression

b)

A formal document

c)

Musical composition

d)

Mathematical concept

9.

What is the primary meaning of the term "elevate"?

a)

Lower

b)

Raise or lift

c)

Flatten

d)

Bury

10.

What does the term "excursion" usually refer to?

a)

Extended stay

b)

Short journey or trip

c)

Daily routine

d)

Work assignment

11.

What does it mean to "extinguish" something?

a)

Create

b)

Put an end to

c)

Ignite

d)

Develop

12.

What does the term "intrusion" refer to?

a)

Welcoming entrance

b)

Invasion or trespass

c)

Formal invitation

d)

Regular visit

13.

How would you describe someone who acts "negligently"?

a)

Carefully

b)

Recklessly

c)

Diligently

d)

Thoughtfully

14.

What is a "refuge"?

a)

Dangerous place

b)

Safe haven or shelter

c)

Uncertain territory

d)

Chaotic environment

15.

What does it mean to "retire"?

a)

Work actively

b)

Withdraw from active duty

c)

Begin a new career

d)

Quit temporarily

16.

What does it mean to "shun" someone?

a)

Embrace

b)

Reject or avoid

c)

Seek out

d)

Encourage

17.

What does it mean to "subdue" something?

a)

Agitate

b)

Calm or conquer

c)

Encourage

d)

Enhance

18.

What does it mean to "sympathize" with someone?

a)

Disregard

b)

Show compassion

c)

Criticize

d)

Ignore

19.

How would you describe someone referred to as a "wretch"?

a)

Fortunate

b)

Miserable or pitiable

c)

Joyful

d)

Prosperous