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Bronx Masquerade Vocabulary & Academic Vocabulary

Total questions: 32

Worksheet time: 19mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What does the word 'confide' mean?

a)

To share private or secret information; to confess

b)

To run quickly

c)

To build something

d)

To forget something

2.

What is the definition of the word 'easel'?

a)

A type of paint

b)

A stand or frame for displaying artwork, etc.

c)

A kind of brush

d)

A painting technique

3.

Fill in the blank: An ______ is a stand or frame for displaying artwork, etc.

a)

easel

b)

canvas

c)

palette

d)

brush

4.

What is the meaning of the word 'hunker'?

a)

To move quickly from place to place

b)

To stay in one place and focus on a task for a period of time

c)

To shout loudly

d)

To forget about a task

5.

What is the definition of the word 'masquerade'?

a)

a false show or pretense; an act or front

b)

a type of traditional dance

c)

a scientific experiment

d)

a rare gemstone

6.

What part of speech is the word 'masquerade' as used in the vocabulary list?

a)

Verb

b)

Noun

c)

Adjective

d)

Adverb

7.

What is the meaning of the word 'snicker'?

a)

A loud, joyful laugh

b)

A superior, partially-suppressed laugh; a rude chuckle

c)

A sad sigh

d)

A quiet whisper

8.

Fill in the blank: The word 'snicker' means a ________, partially-suppressed laugh; a rude chuckle.

a)

superior

b)

loud

c)

silent

d)

angry

9.

What is the meaning of the word 'tempted' as shown in the vocabulary slide?

a)

attracted to; appealed to; enticed.

b)

ignored; avoided; shunned.

c)

confused; puzzled; baffled.

d)

delighted; overjoyed; ecstatic.

10.

What is the meaning of the word 'tirade'?

a)

A short, happy speech

b)

A long, angry speech; an outburst

c)

A quiet conversation

d)

A written essay

11.

At the grand opening of the museum, Ella __________ down in the corner by the artist’s __________ after overhearing her friend’s __________ about Ella's ugly dress. Ella hid her hurt feelings with a __________ or a false front; she acted like she wasn't embarrassed, but she was truly hurt. Fill in the first blank using the vocabulary words: snicker, tirade, hunkered, tempted, confide, masquerade, easel.

a)

hunkered

b)

snicker

c)

tempted

d)

confide

12.

At the grand opening of the museum, Ella hunkered down in the corner by the artist’s __________ after overhearing her friend’s tirade about Ella's ugly dress. Ella hid her hurt feelings with a masquerade or a false front; she acted like she wasn't embarrassed, but she was truly hurt.

a)

easel

b)

sculpture

c)

painting

d)

frame

13.

At the grand opening of the museum, Ella hunkered down in the corner by the artist’s easel after overhearing her friend’s __________ about Ella's ugly dress. Ella hid her hurt feelings with a masquerade or a false front; she acted like she wasn't embarrassed, but she was truly hurt. Fill in the third blank using the vocabulary words: snicker, tirade, hunkered, tempted, confide, masquerade, easel.

a)

tirade

b)

snicker

c)

easel

d)

tempted

14.

At the grand opening of the museum, Ella hunkered down in the corner by the artist’s easel after overhearing her friend’s tirade about Ella's ugly dress. Ella hid her hurt feelings with a __________ or a false front; she acted like she wasn't embarrassed, but she was truly hurt. Fill in the fourth blank using the vocabulary words: snicker, tirade, hunkered, tempted, confide, masquerade, easel.

a)

masquerade

b)

snicker

c)

easel

d)

confide

15.

Ella longed to __________ in someone and confess her feelings, but it was hard to know who might. Fill in the blank using the vocabulary words: snicker, tirade, hunkered, tempted, confide, masquerade, easel.

a)

confide

b)

snicker

c)

masquerade

d)

easel

16.

At the grand opening of the museum, Ella hunkered down in the corner by the artist’s easel after overhearing her friend’s tirade about Ella's ugly dress. Ella hid her hurt feelings with a masquerade or a false front; she acted like she wasn't embarrassed, but she was truly hurt. Which vocabulary word means 'to be attracted to do something, especially something wrong or unwise'? Fill in the blank: Ella was __________ to snicker at her friend's comment.

a)

tempted

b)

reluctant

c)

delighted

d)

obliged

17.

Name 2 words we can look at to infer traits about a character.

2 lines
18.

Which word best describes a false appearance or pretense someone might use to hide their true feelings?

a)

masquerade

b)

confide

c)

tirade

d)

easel

19.

After hearing a harsh comment, Ella let out a quiet, superior laugh. Which vocabulary word describes this type of laugh?

a)

tempted

b)

tirade

c)

snicker

d)

hunkered

20.

What does it mean if someone is 'tempted' to do something?

a)

They are delighted to avoid it.

b)

They are confused about what to do.

c)

They are forced to do it against their will.

d)

They are attracted or enticed to do it, especially if it is unwise.

21.

Which of the following best describes the purpose of dialogue in a story?

a)

To provide background information about the setting

b)

To reveal characters' thoughts and advance the plot through conversation

c)

To list the main events in chronological order

d)

To describe the physical appearance of the characters

22.

Fill in the blank: In a narrative, dialogue is used to __________.

a)

list vocabulary words

b)

summarize the entire story

c)

show interactions between characters

d)

explain scientific concepts

23.

Which punctuation mark is most commonly used to indicate dialogue in written text?

a)

Brackets [ ]

b)

Parentheses ( )

c)

Quotation marks " "

d)

Colons :

24.

Which of the following best defines the theme of a story?

a)

The setting where the story takes place

b)

The sequence of events in the story

c)

The names of the characters

d)

The main message or underlying idea the author wants to convey

25.

Fill in the blank: The theme of a story is often revealed through the characters’ actions, dialogue, and __________.

a)

illustrations

b)

conflicts

c)

setting

d)

chapter titles

26.

Which question would help you identify the theme of a story?

a)

What is the author’s name?

b)

How many pages are in the book?

c)

What color is the main character’s hair?

d)

What lesson does the main character learn?

27.

Which of the following is an example of a positive character trait?

a)

Selfishness

b)

Rudeness

c)

Jealousy

d)

Honesty

28.

Fill in the blank: A character who always helps others and puts their needs first is showing the trait of __________.

a)

laziness

b)

impatience

c)

arrogance

d)

generosity

29.

Which question would best help you identify a character's traits in a story?

a)

What does the character do when faced with a difficult choice?

b)

What is the setting of the story?

c)

How many pages are in the book?

d)

What is the title of the story?

30.

Which sentence is written in the first person point of view?

a)

You should always check your work before submitting it.

b)

They were excited to see the new movie.

c)

I couldn't believe how quickly the day passed.

d)

She walked to the store and bought some bread.

31.

What is a key characteristic of a story told from the first person point of view?

a)

The narrator uses 'I' or 'we' and shares their own thoughts and feelings.

b)

The narrator uses 'he' or 'she' to tell the story.

c)

The narrator knows the thoughts and feelings of all characters.

d)

The narrator is not a character in the story.

32.

Which pronoun would most likely be used in a story written in first person point of view?

a)

They

b)

I

c)

She

d)

He