WorksheetsThe Story of an Hour Vocabulary
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
It was not a glance of reflection, but rather indicated a suspension of intelligent thought.
What is the best definition for the underlined word?
perpetual stare
temporary pause
unlikely relationship
easy moment
She arose at length and opened the door to her sister's importunities.
What are the respective meanings of the two underlined words?
kind attention
gracious opportunity
persistent request
In the street below a peddler was crying his wares.
What are the respective meanings of the two underlined words?
a young child; commodities for sale
a town crier; awareness of something
a thief; awareness of something
a seller of goods; commodities for sale
What is the best definition for the word 'tumultuously' as used in 'The Story of an Hour'?
A) Calmly
B) Violently
C) Secretly
D) Joyfully
In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'elixir' most closely mean?
A) A magical potion
B) A type of medicine
C) A source of life
D) A kind of perfume
What is the meaning of the word 'afflicted' in the context of 'The Story of an Hour'?
A) Cured
B) Troubled
C) Ignored
D) Celebrated
In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'repression' signify?
A) Freedom
B) Suppression
C) Expression
D) Joy
What does the word 'vacant' imply in the sentence: 'There was a vacant stare in her eyes'?
A) Empty
B) Full
C) Angry
D) Happy
In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'illumination' refer to?
A) Lighting
B) Understanding
C) Decoration
D) Celebration
What is the best definition for the word 'feverish' as used in 'The Story of an Hour'?
A) Calm
B) Excited
C) Sick
D) Cold
In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'monstrous' most likely mean?
A) Tiny
B) Gentle
C) Horrible
D) Beautiful
What does the word 'keen' mean in the context of 'The Story of an Hour'?
A) Sharp
B) Dull
C) Slow
D) Weak
In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'triumph' signify?
A) Defeat
B) Victory
C) Loss
D) Sadness
What is the meaning of the word 'elusive' in the context of 'The Story of an Hour'?
A) Easy to find
B) Hard to grasp
C) Obvious
D) Simple
In 'The Story of an Hour', what does the word 'self-assertion' refer to?
A) Humility
B) Confidence
C) Doubt
D) Fear
