Ch. 1-3
What does "dissension" refer to?
A) Agreement
B) Unity
C) Disagreement
D) Harmony
C) Disagreement
What is the meaning of the word "disintegrate"?
a) to grow; develop; come together
b) to decay; decompose; break up
c) to organize; assemble; unite
d) to strengthen; fortify; build
b) to decay; decompose; break up
Which word best describes something that is deserving of praise?
a) transpire
b) laudable
c) insidious
d) ineffable
b) laudable
What does the word "whim" mean?
a) A well-thought-out plan
b) A sudden thought or desire
c) A logical decision based on reason
d) A carefully considered opinion
b) A sudden thought or desire
Which word best describes something that is "sparse"?
a) Dense
b) Crowded
c) Scattered
d) Abundant
c) Scattered
Which of the following best defines the term "innuendo"?
A) A direct statement
B) A compliment
C) An indirect hint or suggestion
D) A factual description
C) An indirect hint or suggestion
What is the meaning of the word "obstinate"?
A) Flexible
B) Compliant
C) Adaptable
D) Stubborn
D) Stubborn
Which word is a synonym for "genial"?
A) Refuse
B) Rancor
C) Magnanimous
D) Presumptuous
C) Magnanimous
Which word best describes someone who is "unscrupulous"?
a) Honest
b) Ethical
c) Corrupt
d) Trustworthy
c) Corrupt
What is the meaning of the word "surmise"?
a) To think or infer without certain evidence
b) To analyze and evaluate thoroughly
c) To express something in a concise manner
d) To make a decision based on facts
a) To think or infer without certain evidence
What is the antonym (opposite) of the word “strident'?
A) Subtle
B) Harsh
C) Loud
D) Grating
A) Subtle
Which word is the antonym (opposite) of "sinister"?
A) Good
B) Angry
C) Obvious
D) Curious
A) Good
Which of the following words is a synonym for "occur"?
A) Transpire
B) Laudable
C) Insidious
D) Ineffable
A) Transpire
What is the meaning of the word "redolent"?
a) Having a strong, unpleasant scent
b) Having a weak, pleasant scent
c) Having a strong, pleasant scent
d) Having no scent at all
c) Having a strong, pleasant scent
What does it mean to "elude" something?
a) To avoid or escape it
b) To confront and overcome it
c) To understand and analyze it
d) To accept and embrace it
a) To avoid or escape it
*DAILY DOUBLE* Which character is introduced as “supercilious”? AND what does “supercilious” mean?
(both must be correct for points, all groups may attempt)
Tom Buchanan: behaving or looking as though one thinks one is superior to others.
Which of the following best defines the term "vestige"?
A) Visible evidence of something that is no longer present or in existence.
B) A mark or trace that is easily noticeable.
C) A sign or symbol of future possibilities.
D) A representation of something that is currently happening.
A) Visible evidence of something that is no longer present or in existence.
Which word means “drowsy, sluggish, lazy”?
A) Transpire
B) Laudable
C) Insidious
D) Lethargic
D) Lethargic
Which of the following words is a synonym for "corroborate"?
A) Contradict
B) Disprove
C) Confirm
D) Refute
C) Confirm
What does it mean to be "sullen"?
A) Cheerful and outgoing
B) Energetic and lively
C) Irritated and gloomy
D) Friendly and sociable
C) Irritated and gloomy
Which character’s name is said to “mar” the upper-class setting of the East Egg dinner party?
Myrtle Wilson
What does the word "punctilious" mean?
Meticulous; painstaking; strict attention to minute details
What is a “euphemism”?
It is the same as an innuendo
An indirect expression that is substituted for one that is considered offensive or too harsh
In the context of society, what does the term "stratum" refer to?
A social class or level of society
What does it mean for something to be "commensurate"?
Corresponding in amount or degree