WorksheetsOf Mice and Men Chapter 1 Vocabulary
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What is the meaning of the word "juncture"?
A type of tree
A place where things join
A loud noise
A feeling of happiness
Which word means "move in a slow, heavy, awkward way"?
Yammer
Lumber
Contemplate
Brusquely
What does "recumbent" mean?
Standing tall
Lying down; in a position of comfort or rest
Running quickly
Speaking loudly
Which word best describes someone who is "showing a brooding ill humor"?
Morose
Imperious
Anguished
Pantomime
If someone is acting "brusquely," how are they behaving?
In a direct manner
With great care
In a humorous way
Very slowly
Which of the following situations best illustrates the meaning of "pantomime"?
A person giving a speech
A person acting out a story using only gestures and movements, without speaking
A person writing a letter
A person singing a song
If someone is "contemplating" a difficult decision, what are they most likely doing?
Ignoring the problem
Thinking intently and at length about it
Complaining about it
Acting without thinking
Which scenario best demonstrates someone acting "imperiously"?
Politely asking for help
Assuming authority and giving orders without justification
Quietly listening to others
Laughing with friends
A character in a story is described as "anguished." Which of the following best explains how they might feel?
Extremely happy and excited
Experiencing intense mental pain
Calm and relaxed
Indifferent and bored
Imagine you are reading a story where a character "yammers" throughout a meeting. Based on the definition, what effect might this have on the other characters, and why?
The other characters might feel relieved because the yammering helps them focus.
The other characters might feel annoyed because the constant talking or complaining is distracting.
The other characters might feel inspired by the yammering.
The other characters might feel confused because yammering is silent.
