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WorksheetsThe One and Only Ivan Vocabulary
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
"I'm here, Stella." I sit up abruptly, and Bob topples off my stomach.
Abruptly most likely means
slowly
suddenly
loudly
hungrily
Unkempt
Clever at getting what you want, especially through trickery
Having an untidy or disheveled appearance
to rise or roll in waves or surges
Feeling or showing tiredness; exhausted of strength
When Ivan used chocolate cake as mud, the kitchen was in complete _______.
mutters
halt
exist
disarray
The word silverback in this sentence means _________.
a great warrior
a young creature
an adult gorilla
He has an angry expression.
Read the meanings for the word expression below. Which meaning best fits the way that expression is used in the sentence from the text?
Definition 1: the process of making known one's thoughts or feelings.
Definition 2: a look on someone's face that conveys a particular emotion.
Definition 3: a word or phrase used to convey an idea.
Definition 4: the production of something, especially by pressing or squeezing it out.
Definition 1
Definition 2
Definition 3
Definition 4
Which statement below best fits the way that juvenile is used in the sentence from the text?
She was disappointed in his juvenile behavior at the party.
A juvenile alligator just hatched from its egg.
My favorite author writes juvenile fiction books.
What does the word 'ponder' most likely mean in the context of 'The One and Only Ivan'?
A) To think deeply
B) To jump quickly
C) To eat slowly
D) To run fast
In 'The One and Only Ivan', what does the word 'domain' refer to?
A) A type of food
B) A place where someone lives
C) A kind of animal
D) A type of plant
Which word best describes Ivan's feelings when he is 'melancholy'?
A) Joyful
B) Sad
C) Angry
D) Excited
What does the word 'forlorn' mean in the sentence: 'Ivan felt forlorn when he was alone'?
A) Happy
B) Lonely
C) Energetic
D) Confused
In the book, what does the word 'nimble' describe?
A) Ivan's strength
B) Stella's agility
C) Bob's size
D) Julia's kindness
What is the meaning of 'contemplate' as used in 'The One and Only Ivan'?
A) To ignore
B) To consider thoughtfully
C) To laugh at
D) To forget
Which of the following best describes the word 'solitude' in the context of Ivan's life?
A) Companionship
B) Loneliness
C) Adventure
D) Celebration
What does the word 'grumble' mean in the sentence: 'Bob would often grumble about the cold floor'?
A) Complain quietly
B) Jump happily
C) Sleep soundly
D) Eat quickly
In 'The One and Only Ivan', what does the word 'reminisce' mean?
A) To forget the past
B) To remember fondly
C) To plan the future
D) To ignore the present
