Milkweed Chapters 9-15 Vocabulary Quiz

Questions and Answers

What does 'shone' refer to?

past and past participle of shine.

What does 'combusted' mean?

consume by fire.

What does 'vanished' mean?

disappear suddenly and completely.

What is meant by 'transparent'?

allowing light to pass through so that objects behind can be distinctly seen. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'dense' mean?

closely compacted in substance. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'dodged' mean?

avoid (someone or something) by a sudden quick movement. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'complimented' mean?

politely congratulate or praise (someone) for something. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'appetite'?

a natural desire to satisfy a bodily need, especially for food. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Uri tie a rope around Misha's waist?

Misha left after curfew one night and Uri wanted him next to him at all times. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Misha desperately want to believe in angels?

Because Misha has never believed in anything before, so the idea of angels sounded great. Signup and view all the answers

What did Uri mean when he said he believed in bread?

Because bread is real, it's tangible. Uri only believes in things that he can see. Signup and view all the answers

Why were so many of Warsaw's Jews walking in the streets carrying possessions?

The Jews were being forced out of their houses and put into ghettos. Signup and view all the answers

Why do you think Enos said that only Jackboots believed in angels?

Because they have good lives, no worries, food, house, warmth. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Definitions

Shone: Past tense of "shine," indicating something that emitted light.
Combusted: Refers to being consumed by fire, either an object or the act itself.
Vanished: Describes something that disappears suddenly and entirely without leaving a trace.
Transparent: A property of materials that allow light to pass through clearly, enabling clear visibility of objects behind them.
Dense: Indicates a high degree of compactness in a substance, often relating to its mass and volume.
Dodged: To avoid an individual or object by making a quick or sudden movement in a different direction.
Complimented: The act of politely praising someone for their actions or achievements.
Appetite: A natural physiological desire for food, reflecting hunger and the body's need for nourishment.

Significant Plot Points

Uri's Protective Action: Uri ties a rope around Misha’s waist to keep him close after he leaves during curfew, signifying a protective gesture amidst the chaos.
Misha’s Yearning for Belief: Misha's desire to believe in angels stems from a lack of faith in anything previously, highlighting a quest for hope and reassurance in a troubling environment.
Uri’s Pragmatism: Uri expresses his belief in bread as it represents something tangible and real, revealing his reliance on concrete elements in life rather than abstract concepts.
Displacement of Jews in Warsaw: Many Jews were seen in the streets with their possessions due to forced evictions, a reflection of the harsh realities they faced leading to their relocation into ghettos.
Enos's Perspective on Belief: Enos’s comment about only "Jackboots" believing in angels underscores a contrast between the comforts of those in power and the struggles faced by the oppressed.

Description

Test your understanding of vocabulary from chapters 9 to 15 of 'Milkweed'. This quiz includes definitions and usage of words found in the text, helping to deepen your comprehension. Perfect for students looking to enhance their literary skills.