Definitions
What does feign mean?
To fake, pretend, or act
Explain how the word is used in the sentence.
Nick speaks in a solemn tone when describing the moral responsibility he feels as a narrator.
Gloomy, serious, sad
Which word is the closest synonym to anemic?
A) Energetic
B) Lacking
C) Loud
D) Confident
B) Lacking
Nick is libel to many private details about Gatsby’s life.
What change should be made to the sentence?
Change libel to privy.
Which vocab word best describes how Gatsby’s past is hinted at but never fully explained in the early chapters?
A) Privy
B) Grotesque
C) Tantalizing
D) Hautier
Tantalizing: To tease a secret
Define supercilious
To act superior
Which part of the sentence helps you understand the word?
The Valley of Ashes is described in a grotesque way, with gray dust covering everything and the landscape appearing distorted.
The dust and distorted imagery show something ugly or disturbing.
Which word is closest in meaning to Hautier?
A) Humble
B) Proud
C) Arrogant
D) Curious
C) Arrogant
Jordan treats serious moments with a vacuous attitude, often making light of things that matter.
What change should be made to the sentence?
Which vocab word best describes the Valley of Ashes and its disturbing, distorted imagery?
A) Malevolent
B) Grotesque
C) Poignant
D) Incessant
Grotesque
What does complacent mean?
To be passive
What does the word mean based on context?
Tom speaks in a peremptory manner, expecting others to follow his orders without question.
Peremptory means commanding or demanding immediate obedience.
Choose the best synonym for impenetrable?
A) Clear
B) Open
C) Dense
D) Friendly
C) Dense
Tom spreads a gaudy story about another character to damage their reputation.
Which vocab word best describes the suggestive remarks made at the apartment party in Chapter 2?
A) Innuendo
B) Complacent
C) Prodigality
D) Extemporize
Innuendo
Define incessant
Constant, never ending
Why does this word fit the sentence?
Myrtle’s strident voice stands out during the apartment party, drawing attention and overwhelming the room.
Strident means loud, harsh, or grating.
Which word most nearly means the same as fractious?
A) Calm
B) Cooperative
C) Irritable
D) Loyal
C) Irritable
The decorations at Gatsby’s party sparkled and sang all night, creating a poignant atmosphere.
Change poignant to gaudy
Which vocabulary word best describes how Tom expresses his opinions, especially when he feels challenged?
A) Libel
B) Feign
C) Peremptory
D) Vehemently
Vehemently
The definition is: To come up with on the spot
What is the word?
Extemporize
Explain the meaning of the word using context clues.
The excess of wealth and carelessness in the novel begins to ravage relationships early on.
Ravage means to cause serious damage or destruction.
Which word is the closest synonym of prodigal?
A) Wasteful
B) Careful
C) Thrifty
D) Cautious
A) Wasteful
Daisy's behavior at her dinner party was malevolent as she sat quietly while her husband ranted.
Which vocab word best fits the way guests at Gatsby’s party repeat rumors about him without knowing the truth?
A) Echolalia
B) Solemn
C) Strident
D) Supercilious
Echolalia