WorksheetsThe Outsiders Vocabulary Quiz: 2 Match and Fill In
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
Match the word "incredulous" to its correct definition.
Struck with astonishment and surprise
Not inclined to believe; skeptical
Incapable of serious connected thought
Artfully subtle or shrewd; crafty, sly
What does the word "scowled" mean?
Made a frowning facial expression
In a brave, valiant, noble-minded, or chivalrous way
Unconcernedly; indifferently; unexcitedly; casually
Ugly or unpleasant in disposition or temper; stubborn
Choose the correct definition for "nonchalantly."
Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way
Unconcernedly; indifferently; unexcitedly; casually
Guns, pistols, revolvers, or other firearms
Incapable of serious connected thought
What is the meaning of "scatterbrained"?
Incapable of serious connected thought
Struck with astonishment and surprise
Artfully subtle or shrewd; crafty, sly
Not inclined to believe; skeptical
"Heaters" is a slang term for which of the following?
Guns, pistols, revolvers, or other firearms
Ugly or unpleasant in disposition or temper; stubborn
In a brave, valiant, noble-minded, or chivalrous way
Evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way
Fill in the blank: She looked at the magician with an __________ expression, unable to believe what she had just seen.
gallant
incredulous
cunning
ornery
Fill in the blank: The knight acted __________ when he rescued the villagers from danger.
nonchalantly
gallantly
scatterbrained
dumfounded
Fill in the blank: After hearing the shocking news, he stood __________, unable to speak.
dumfounded
compelling
cunning
scowled
Fill in the blank: The villain’s __________ plan fooled everyone in the room.
ornery
scatterbrained
cunning
incredulous
Fill in the blank: The teacher’s story was so __________ that the whole class listened in silence.
compelling
nonchalantly
scowled
heaters
Which word best describes someone who is stubborn and has an unpleasant temper?
gallant
ornery
dumfounded
nonchalant
Which word would you use to describe a person who cannot focus on serious thoughts?
scatterbrained
incredulous
gallant
cunning
Which word means "evoking interest, attention, or admiration in a powerfully irresistible way"?
compelling
dumfounded
scowled
heaters
Fill in the blank: He __________ at his friend after hearing the rude comment.
dumfounded
scowled
gallantly
cunning
Fill in the blank: She answered the difficult question __________, as if it was no big deal.
nonchalantly
ornery
compelling
dumfounded
Which word would best fit in the following sentence? "The detective’s __________ mind helped him solve the mystery."
gallant
cunning
scatterbrained
incredulous
A character in a story is described as "gallant." Which of the following actions would best demonstrate this trait?
Ignoring someone in need
Bravely standing up to a bully to protect a friend
Refusing to help with a group project
Laughing at someone’s mistake
If a person reacts nonchalantly to winning a big prize, what does this suggest about their personality?
They are easily surprised
They are indifferent or casual about things
They are very emotional
They are always angry
A student is described as "scatterbrained." Which scenario best illustrates this description?
The student always completes assignments on time and is very organized.
The student often forgets homework and loses track of conversations.
The student is brave and helps others.
The student is skeptical of new ideas.
Why might an author choose to describe a character as "incredulous" during a surprising event in a story?
To show the character is angry
To show the character is brave
To show the character cannot easily believe what is happening
To show the character is forgetful
