Definitions
You are planning a school pep rally and want the event to feel lively and full of energy. Which word best describes the atmosphere you’re aiming for?
A) Heritage | B) Exuberance | C) Momentum | D) Ornate
B) Exuberance
The dancer’s __________ filled the stage with joy.
A) Exuberance | B) Heritage
A) Exuberance
TRUE OR FALSE?
Tradition” is a synonym for “heritage.
TRUE (Both relate to cultural customs passed down.)
Which form of the word idealist is an adjective?
A) Idealistic | B) Idealize | C) Idealistically | D) Idealist
A) Idealistic
What does Walter’s conversation with Ruth mainly reveal about his outlook on life?
A) He feels hopeful about the future
B) He is frustrated and wants more than his current life
C) He is satisfied with his family’s situation
D) He wants to move to a smaller apartment
B) He is frustrated and wants more than his current life
You’re choosing decorations for a graduation ceremony. Which word describes a style with lots of detailed designs and embellishments?
A) Ornate | B) Tentative | C) Pertinent | D) Idealist
A) Ornate
He tried to __________ that she was wrong without saying it outright.
A) Insinuate | B) Rebuff
A) Insinuate
TRUE OR FALSE
Reject” is an antonym for “rebuff.
False (Reject and rebuff are similar; the antonym would be “accept.”)
What part of speech is the word exuberance?
A) Noun | B) Verb | C) Adjective | D) Adverb
A) Noun
How does Beneatha’s entrance affect the mood in the scene?
A) It makes the atmosphere tense
B) It lightens the mood with humor and energy
C) It creates confusion among the characters
D) It makes Ruth angry
B) It lightens the mood with humor and energy
During a debate, you want to suggest your opponent is wrong without saying it outright. Which word describes this indirect approach?
A) Rebuff | B) Insinuate | C) Self-righteous | D) Heritage
B) Insinuate
DOES THIS SENTENCE USE TENTATIVE CORRECTLY?
The old building had a tentative design with gold trim.
TRUE OR FALSE?
"Optimistic” is a synonym for “idealistic"
True (Both suggest hopefulness, though idealistic implies striving for perfection.)
Which sentence uses the adverb form of tentative correctly?
A) She spoke tentative about her plans.
B) She spoke tentatively about her plans.
B) She spoke tentatively about her plans.
The stage direction says “sole natural light…which fights its way through this little window.” What does this suggest about the Younger family’s living conditions?
A) They live in a cramped, dimly lit space
B) They live in a bright, cheerful home
C) They live in a modern apartment
D) They live in a house with many windows
A) They live in a cramped, dimly lit space
You’re selecting a leader for a group project. Which word describes someone who might refuse to consider others’ ideas because they believe their own are morally superior?
A) Tentative | B) Pertinent | C) Idealist | D) Self-righteous
D) Self-righteous
DOES THIS SENTENCE USE THE WORD MOMENTUM CORRECTLY?
The coach’s speech gave the team momentum to keep pushing forward.
YES
TRUE OR FALSE
“Arrogant” is an antonym for “self-righteous.”
FALSE (They’re related; the antonym is “humble.”)
Which word is the verb form of rebuff?
A) Rebuff | B) Rebuffed | C) Rebuffing | D) All of the above
D) All of the above (Rebuff is a verb and can be conjugated.)
Based on Act I, Scene One, who might be considered the protagonist of the play and why?
A) Ruth, because she manages the household
B) Beneatha, because she wants to become a doctor
C) Walter, because his dreams and struggles drive the conflict
D) Travis, because he represents innocence
C) Walter, because his dreams and struggles drive the conflict
You’re deciding whether to approve a new policy but feel unsure and hesitant. Which word best describes your attitude?
A) Tentative | B) Momentum | C) Heritage | D) Exuberance
A) Tentative
DOES THIS SENTENCE USE THE WORD PERTINENT CORRECTLY?
She gave a pertinent smile, unsure of her decision
“Relevant” is a synonym for “pertinent.”
EXPLAIN WHY
(Both mean connected to the matter at hand.)
Which sentence uses the adjective form of ornate correctly?
A) The ornate design covered the walls.
B) The ornately design covered the walls.
A) The ornate design covered the walls.
Which quote best supports the idea that Walter feels trapped by his circumstances?
A) “Daddy, come on!”
B) “We one group of men tied to a race of women with small minds!”
C) “Here – take a taxi!”
D) “His sister Beneatha enters.”
B) “We one group of men tied to a race of women with small minds!”