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WorksheetsOutsiders Vocabulary
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 15mins
Even though Pony was excited to sit with Cherry at the movies, he answered her _________ so that she wouldn't think he was just a little kid.
vaguely
nonchalantly
dumbfounded
reckless
When Dally comes back, hands Cherry a Coke and says, "This might cool you off." She looks at him ________.
nonchalantly
resignedly
incredulously
indignantly
Secret, hidden, and stealthy are synonyms for which word?
bewildered
furtive
nonchalant
acquitted
The dog was ___________ of the man with the large stick.
leery
nonchalant
indignant
furtive
to be able to imagine or understand something after much thought
fathom
obtain
abide
acquire
Someone who is not outgoing or overly friendly, but instead distant and keeps to themselves
aloof
arrogant
nonchalant
ornery
something or someone who is stubborn, in a bad mood, or creating problems
insolent
ornery
nonchalant
aggressive
to ask or beg for something desperately
elude
abide
wince
implore
the act of openly going against something or someone
defiance
premonition
delinquent
ornery
feeling unsure or worried that something unpleasant will happen
nonchalant
aloof
apprehensive
sullen
to skillfully hide or escape from something
elude
wince
implore
defy
Which word best describes someone who is not easily upset or excited?
A) nonchalant
B) incredulous
C) indignant
D) leery
What is the meaning of the word 'aloof' as used in literature?
A) Friendly and outgoing
B) Distant and reserved
C) Angry and hostile
D) Confused and uncertain
In the context of 'The Outsiders', what does the term 'greaser' refer to?
A) A type of hairstyle
B) A social group
C) A mechanic
D) A type of clothing
Which of the following words is a synonym for 'unfathomable'?
A) Understandable
B) Incomprehensible
C) Predictable
D) Obvious
