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WorksheetsVocabulary Quiz for The Great Gatsby Chapter 1
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 9mins
What does the word "levity" mean?
Excessive seriousness
Lightness or frivolity, especially in inappropriate situations
A state of deep sadness
The word "epigram" refers to:
A short, clever, and memorable statement
A lengthy explanation of a complex idea
A type of ancient Greek pottery
Which of the following best describes the meaning of "paternal"?
Relating to siblings
Relating to or characteristic of a father
Relating to government authority
What is the definition of "deft"?
Slow and methodical
Clumsy and awkward
Skilled and quick in movement
The term "accentuated" means:
Made less noticeable
Completely eliminated
Made more noticeable or prominent
When something is done "imperatively," it is:
Done in a way that expresses urgency or command
Done with great hesitation
Done with complete indifference
The word "inconsequence" refers to:
A logical outcome
A state of being unimportant or irrelevant
A direct result
Something that is "infinitesimal" is:
Extremely large
Moderately sized
Extremely small or minute
"Complacency" refers to:
A feeling of contentment or self-satisfaction, often without awareness of dangers
A state of extreme anxiety
A deep understanding of complex issues
If something is "devoid" of a quality, it:
Has an abundance of that quality
Completely lacks that quality
Shows that quality occasionally
The term "subdued" describes something that is:
Extremely bright and noticeable
Quiet, restrained, or less intense
Completely eliminated
What does the word "scorn" mean?
Deep respect and admiration
Complete indifference
Feeling or expression of contempt or disdain
The verb "compel" means to:
Ask politely
Force or oblige someone to do something
Suggest a course of action
When something is done "peremptorily," it is done:
With great care and consideration
In a way that leaves no opportunity for denial or refusal
With excessive emotion
The term "egotism" refers to:
Extreme selflessness
The practice of talking about oneself too much
A fear of public speaking
Which of the following sentences uses "levity" correctly?
The funeral was marked by inappropriate levity.
The levity of the situation required immediate action.
Her levity in academic matters led to her failing the course.
Choose the sentence that uses "deft" correctly:
The chef's deft handling of the knife impressed everyone watching.
The room had a deft smell that was hard to ignore.
His deft attitude made him unpopular with his colleagues.
In which sentence is "complacency" used correctly?
Her complacency with mathematics made her an excellent tutor.
The complacency of the water made it perfect for swimming.
The bowler's complacency after winning several tournaments led to her eventual defeat.
