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The Thanksgiving Visitor Vocabulary By Truman Capote

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 8mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the meaning of the word 'berth'?

a)

to avoid or stay away from someone

b)

a place to sleep on a ship or train

c)

a type of bird

d)

a small boat

2.

What is the meaning of the word 'disposition'?

a)

a person's general or natural mood; tendency

b)

a type of legal document

c)

a method of transportation

d)

a style of clothing

3.

What is the meaning of the word 'cunning'?

a)

sly, clever at being deceitful

b)

brave and fearless

c)

extremely generous

d)

very forgetful

4.

What is the meaning of the word 'mortified'?

a)

embarrassed

b)

excited

c)

relaxed

d)

confused

5.

What is the meaning of the word 'relentless'?

a)

nonstop

b)

temporary

c)

gentle

d)

occasional

6.

What is the meaning of the word 'timidity'?

a)

the state of being easily frightened

b)

the act of being generous

c)

the quality of being brave

d)

the process of learning quickly

7.

What is the meaning of the word 'recluse'?

a)

a person who leads a secluded or solitary life

b)

a person who enjoys social gatherings

c)

a person who travels frequently

d)

a person who works in a team

8.

What is the meaning of the word 'obliterated'?

a)

destroyed

b)

created

c)

ignored

d)

painted

9.

What is the meaning of the word 'sprightly'?

a)

lively, full of life

b)

sad and gloomy

c)

slow and clumsy

d)

tired and weak

10.

What is the meaning of the word 'contrived'?

a)

showing effects of planning or manipulation

b)

completely natural and spontaneous

c)

lacking any form of structure

d)

related to ancient traditions

11.

What is the meaning of the word 'emaciated'?

a)

unnaturally thin

b)

extremely wealthy

c)

very energetic

d)

highly intelligent

12.

What is the meaning of the word 'ascertain'?

a)

to find out

b)

to ignore

c)

to confuse

d)

to hide

e)

to exaggerate

13.

What is the meaning of the word 'redolence'?

a)

smelling sweet and agreeable

b)

being silent and reserved

c)

looking bright and colorful

d)

feeling tired and sleepy

14.

What is the meaning of the word 'repertoire'?

a)

a list of pieces an artist is ready to perform

b)

a type of musical instrument

c)

a famous painting technique

d)

a traditional dance form

15.

What is the meaning of the word 'pungent'?

a)

having a sharply strong taste or smell

b)

being very soft and gentle

c)

lacking any flavor or odor

d)

extremely cold or icy