WorksheetsThe Outsiders - Chapters 3-6 Vocabulary
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Indignant
(adjective) feeling or showing anger or annoyance at what is perceived as unfair treatment; resentful
(adjective) feeling happy and content; satisfied
(adjective) feeling confused or uncertain; perplexed
(adjective) feeling excited and enthusiastic; eager
Apprehensive
(adjective) anxious or fearful that something bad or unpleasant will happen; Hesitant & uneasy
(adjective) feeling confident and secure; assured
(adjective) excited and eager for something good to happen; hopeful
(adjective) indifferent and unconcerned about future events; apathetic
Elite
(noun) a select group that is superior in terms of ability or qualities to the rest of a group or society; upper class
(noun) a group of individuals who are considered average in ability or qualities
(noun) a group that is inferior in terms of ability or qualities to the rest of a group or society
(noun) a collective of individuals who are known for their mediocrity
Gallant
(adjective) [of a person or their behavior] brave; heroic
(adjective) [of a person] cowardly; timid
(adjective) [of a person] indifferent; apathetic
(adjective) [of a person] foolish; reckless
Gingerly
(adverb) in a careful and cautious manner
(adverb) in a quick and reckless manner
(adverb) in a loud and boisterous manner
(adverb) in a slow and deliberate manner
Testify
(verb) give evidence as a witness in a law court; bear witness
(verb) to make a formal statement about something
(verb) to provide a written account of an event
(verb) to express an opinion or belief
Premonition
A strong feeling that something is about to happen, especially something unpleasant; foreboding
A sudden realization or insight
A state of confusion or uncertainty
A feeling of joy or excitement about the future
Doggedly
(adverb) in a manner that shows tenacity and persistence; firm determination
(adverb) in a carefree and relaxed manner; easygoing
(adverb) in a way that is quick and hasty; rushed
(adverb) in a manner that is uncertain and hesitant; indecisive
Elude
(verb) to avoid or escape from something
(verb) to confront or face directly
(verb) to understand or comprehend
(verb) to ignore or neglect
Ornery
(adjective) cheerful and friendly
(adjective) bad-tempered and combative; stubborn
(adjective) calm and peaceful
(adjective) generous and kind
