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Outsiders Vocab

Total questions: 25

Worksheet time: 25mins

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Class
Date
1.

"Bewildering" means...

a)

causing joy or happiness

b)

causing confusion or perplexity

c)

leading to clarity and understanding

d)

resulting in excitement or thrill

2.

"Contemptuously" means...

a)

In a neutral or indifferent manner.

b)

In a respectful or admiring manner.

c)

In a joyful or happy manner.

d)

In a scornful or disdainful manner.

3.

“Two-Bit liked fights, blondes, and for some unfathomable reason, school." What does unfathomable mean?

a)

Easy to understand.

b)

Difficult to understand.

c)

Unrelated to emotions.

d)

A type of measurement.

4.

“Dally came striding back with an armful of Cokes. He handed one to each of the girls and sat down beside Cherry. ‘This might cool you off.’ She gave him an ____________ look; and then she threw her Coke in his face." Choose the word that completes the quote.

a)

incredulous

b)

dumbfounded

c)

apprehensive

d)

groggy

5.

What is the meaning of "ornery"?

a)

Easygoing or laid-back.

b)

Calm and relaxed.

c)

Difficult or irritable.

d)

Friendly or pleasant.

6.

What is the meaning of "roguishly"?

a)

In a mischievous or playful manner.

b)

In a quiet and reserved way.

c)

In a straightforward and honest manner.

7.

"defiance" means

a)

the act of following orders

b)

the act of resisting authority or opposing force

c)

the state of being compliant

8.

smoldering

a)

a very large fire

b)

burn without flame

c)

careless

9.

contemptuously

a)

showing love

b)

showing disrespect

c)

showing frustration

10.

A rowdy, destructive adolescent

a)

Mrs. Laura when she was a kid

b)

Mr. Hamilton when he was a kid

c)

hoodlum

d)

Mrs. L and Mr. H were both perfect little children

11.

What does 'aloof' mean?

a)

Friendly and outgoing

b)

Distant and reserved

c)

Excited and energetic

d)

Confused and perplexed

12.

Choose the correct meaning of 'elude'.

a)

To capture or seize

b)

To escape or avoid

c)

To confront directly

d)

To understand fully

13.

What is the meaning of 'premonition'?

a)

A feeling of anticipation or anxiety over a future event

b)

A detailed plan or strategy

c)

A type of medication

d)

A historical event

14.

What does 'nonchalant' mean?

a)

Anxious and worried

b)

Calm and relaxed

c)

Angry and upset

d)

Excited and thrilled

15.

Choose the correct meaning of 'imploringly'.

a)

In a commanding manner

b)

In a begging or pleading manner

c)

In a joyful manner

d)

In a sarcastic manner

16.

What does 'sullen' mean?

a)

Cheerful and lively

b)

Silent and gloomy

c)

Energetic and enthusiastic

d)

Confused and puzzled

17.

What is the meaning of 'indignant'?

a)

Feeling or showing anger at something unjust or unfair

b)

Feeling happy and content

c)

Feeling confused and uncertain

d)

Feeling tired and exhausted

18.

Choose the correct meaning of 'gallant'.

a)

Cowardly and timid

b)

Brave and noble

c)

Selfish and greedy

d)

Lazy and indifferent

19.

What does 'hue' mean in the context of color?

a)

A type of texture

b)

A shade or tint of color

c)

A type of sound

d)

A type of smell

20.

What is the meaning of 'doggedly'?

a)

In a lazy manner

b)

In a persistent or stubborn manner

c)

In a cheerful manner

d)

In a confused manner

21.

Choose the correct meaning of 'wistful'.

a)

Joyful and happy

b)

Regretful longing

c)

Angry and resentful

d)

Indifferent and uninterested

22.

What does 'reckless' mean?

a)

Careful and cautious

b)

Without thinking or caring about the consequences

c)

Thoughtful and considerate

d)

Calm and relaxed

23.

What is the meaning of 'bleak'?

a)

Hopeful and promising

b)

Cold and miserable

c)

Bright and cheerful

d)

Warm and inviting

24.

Choose the correct meaning of 'conformity'.

a)

Rebellion against rules

b)

Compliance with standards or rules

c)

Indifference to rules

d)

Ignorance of rules

25.

What does 'acquitted' mean in a legal context?

a)

Found guilty

b)

Found not guilty

c)

Sentenced to prison

d)

Released on bail