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WorksheetsThe Crucible Vocabulary
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
Conviction
to point something out or to present evidence
a region within a country
an unshakable belief in something without need for proof
to make someone suffer or to keep them in bad circumstances
Persecute
to point something out or to present evidence
a region within a country
an unshakable belief in something without need for proof
to make someone suffer or to keep them in bad circumstances
Conjure
a person who does not acknowledge your god.
put up with something or somebody unpleasant
a clique that seeks power usually through intrigue
summon into action or bring into existence
To give reluctantly; to envy one's possessions or employment
begrudge
beguile
confound
malign
What does the word 'crucible' mean in the context of a severe test or trial?
A) A container for melting metals
B) A severe test or trial
C) A type of cooking pot
D) A religious ceremony
Which word means 'to deceive or trick someone'?
A) Beguile
B) Begrudge
C) Confound
D) Malign
What is the meaning of 'adamant' as used in literature?
A) Flexible
B) Unyielding
C) Soft
D) Indecisive
In 'The Crucible', what does the term 'prodigious' mean?
A) Small
B) Insignificant
C) Enormous
D) Ordinary
What does 'calumny' refer to in the context of 'The Crucible'?
A) A truthful statement
B) A false and malicious accusation
C) A friendly gesture
D) A religious ritual
Which word describes a feeling of intense dislike or hatred?
A) Amity
B) Animosity
C) Affection
D) Altruism
What does 'abomination' mean in the context of 'The Crucible'?
A) A delightful event
B) A cause of disgust or hatred
C) A religious celebration
D) A minor inconvenience
What is the meaning of 'contentious' as used in 'The Crucible'?
A) Peaceful
B) Controversial
C) Harmonious
D) Agreeable
In 'The Crucible', what does 'iniquity' mean?
A) Justice
B) Wickedness
C) Kindness
D) Generosity
What does 'licentious' mean in the context of 'The Crucible'?
A) Morally unrestrained
B) Law-abiding
C) Innocent
D) Naive
Which word means 'to formally accuse someone of a crime'?
A) Exonerate
B) Indict
C) Acquit
D) Vindicate
