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WorksheetsThe Alchemist 25-26' Vocab
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 11mins
Which term best matches the definition: "The highest point reached in the sky by the sun, moon, etc."?
Zenith
Omen
Objective
Teeming
Grace saw a black cat cross her path on the way to an important interview and wondered if this event might portend a future good or evil circumstance. What is this type of event best described as?
Manifestation
Omen
Nostalgia
Preconceived
Which term refers to "An act of being readily perceived by the eye or understanding; evident; proof"?
Manifestation
Intuitively
Objective
Vanity
Nora is asked to judge a science fair competition. She makes her decision based only on the facts and data presented, without letting her personal feelings or opinions affect her choice. What word describes Nora's approach?
Objective
Devout
Capricious
Teeming
Identify the term for "Excessive pride in one's appearance, abilities, or achievements."
Vanity
Muse
Omen
Objective
Charlotte is having a discussion with her friends about different religions. She mentions that a person who does not accept a particular faith, especially Christianity or Islam, is called what?
Devout
Infidel
Objective
Capricious
Priya visited a rainforest that was abounding or swarming with wildlife; it was truly prolific. Which word best describes the rainforest?
Teeming
Zenith
Capricious
Devout
Maya moves to a new city for work. One evening, she finds herself missing her childhood home, her family, and old friends, wishing she could relive those moments. Which term best describes Maya's feeling?
Nostalgia
Pang
Manifestation
Omen
Which word best fits "Subject to or indicative of a sudden, odd notion or unpredictable change; erratic"?
Objective
Capricious
Devout
Intuitively
Which scenario best illustrates the meaning of Zenith?
A flock of birds swarming over a field
The moon reaches its highest point directly overhead at midnight
A person quietly reflects on a complex problem
A sudden sharp pang of homesickness during a trip
Which situation exemplifies Teeming?
A quiet library with only a few visitors
A stadium abounding with fans swarming the stands
A lone hiker meditating in silence
A measured, unbiased analysis of data
Which choice best distinguishes Nostalgia from Pang?
Nostalgia is an objective judgment; Pang is an emotional bias.
Nostalgia is a wistful desire to return to the past; Pang is a sudden feeling of distress or longing.
Nostalgia is a devotion to worship; Pang is disbelief in a faith.
Nostalgia is a prophetic sign; Pang is a swarm of people.
What can be inferred about the author's purpose in writing "The Alchemist" based on the themes presented in Part One?
To entertain the reader with a simple adventure story.
To explore the philosophical concepts of existence.
To encourage readers to pursue their dreams and destinies.
To provide a historical account of alchemy.
Which word describes someone who is deeply committed to their religious beliefs?
Infidel
Devout
Capricious
Objective
They (a) knew what each other wanted from the store.
Mused
If someone is capricious, they are..
rebellious
a con artist
erratic, unpredictable, sudden changes in mood
Intuitively means..
automatically knowing something, not having to think about it-just knowing it
a random ill feeling
questioning thoughts
It’s one thing to believe in God, to be prayerful, to be (a) , to talk about that faith.
