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WorksheetsOutsiders Vocab
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 25mins
"Bewildering" means...
causing joy or happiness
causing confusion or perplexity
leading to clarity and understanding
resulting in excitement or thrill
"Contemptuously" means...
In a neutral or indifferent manner.
In a respectful or admiring manner.
In a joyful or happy manner.
In a scornful or disdainful manner.
“Two-Bit liked fights, blondes, and for some unfathomable reason, school." What does unfathomable mean?
Easy to understand.
Difficult to understand.
Unrelated to emotions.
A type of measurement.
“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.
incredulous
dumbfounded
apprehensive
groggy
What is the meaning of "ornery"?
Easygoing or laid-back.
Calm and relaxed.
Difficult or irritable.
Friendly or pleasant.
What is the meaning of "roguishly"?
In a mischievous or playful manner.
In a quiet and reserved way.
In a straightforward and honest manner.
"defiance" means
the act of following orders
the act of resisting authority or opposing force
the state of being compliant
smoldering
a very large fire
burn without flame
careless
contemptuously
showing love
showing disrespect
showing frustration
A rowdy, destructive adolescent
Mrs. Laura when she was a kid
Mr. Hamilton when he was a kid
hoodlum
Mrs. L and Mr. H were both perfect little children
What does 'aloof' mean?
Friendly and outgoing
Distant and reserved
Excited and energetic
Confused and perplexed
Choose the correct meaning of 'elude'.
To capture or seize
To escape or avoid
To confront directly
To understand fully
What is the meaning of 'premonition'?
A feeling of anticipation or anxiety over a future event
A detailed plan or strategy
A type of medication
A historical event
What does 'nonchalant' mean?
Anxious and worried
Calm and relaxed
Angry and upset
Excited and thrilled
Choose the correct meaning of 'imploringly'.
In a commanding manner
In a begging or pleading manner
In a joyful manner
In a sarcastic manner
What does 'sullen' mean?
Cheerful and lively
Silent and gloomy
Energetic and enthusiastic
Confused and puzzled
What is the meaning of 'indignant'?
Feeling or showing anger at something unjust or unfair
Feeling happy and content
Feeling confused and uncertain
Feeling tired and exhausted
Choose the correct meaning of 'gallant'.
Cowardly and timid
Brave and noble
Selfish and greedy
Lazy and indifferent
What does 'hue' mean in the context of color?
A type of texture
A shade or tint of color
A type of sound
A type of smell
What is the meaning of 'doggedly'?
In a lazy manner
In a persistent or stubborn manner
In a cheerful manner
In a confused manner
Choose the correct meaning of 'wistful'.
Joyful and happy
Regretful longing
Angry and resentful
Indifferent and uninterested
What does 'reckless' mean?
Careful and cautious
Without thinking or caring about the consequences
Thoughtful and considerate
Calm and relaxed
What is the meaning of 'bleak'?
Hopeful and promising
Cold and miserable
Bright and cheerful
Warm and inviting
Choose the correct meaning of 'conformity'.
Rebellion against rules
Compliance with standards or rules
Indifference to rules
Ignorance of rules
What does 'acquitted' mean in a legal context?
Found guilty
Found not guilty
Sentenced to prison
Released on bail
