WorksheetsThe Call of the Wild Chapter 5 Vocabulary
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Define the word 'insidious' as used in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild.
treacherous or deceitful
friendly
honest
obvious
What does the term 'unwonted' mean in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild?
usual or customary
unusual or unaccustomed
unwanted or undesirable
unwilling or reluctant
Define the word 'malingerer' as used in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild.
a hard worker
a fast runner
a person who pretends to be ill, injured, or otherwise unable to work
a brave fighter
What does the word 'retrogression' mean in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild?
progress or advancement
stagnation or standstill
return to a former or less developed state
rebellion or resistance
What does the term 'primordial' mean in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild?
modern or recent
primitive or ancient
complex or advanced
simple or basic
What does the word 'salient' mean in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild?
hidden or concealed
obvious or noticeable
unimportant or trivial
common or ordinary
What does the word 'indomitable' mean in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild?
weak or easily defeated
unconquerable or unbeatable
friendly or approachable
unintelligent or slow
Define the term 'inexorable' as used in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild.
flexible or adaptable
unstoppable or relentless
lazy or lethargic
excitable or impulsive
What does the term 'implacable' mean in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild?
pleased or satisfied
unforgiving or relentless
scared or timid
happy or cheerful
Define the word 'obdurate' as used in Chapter 5 of The Call of the Wild.
flexible or yielding
stubborn or unyielding
friendly or welcoming
scared or timid
