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What word best describes comments that lead to a fist fight?
What word best describes comments that lead to a fist fight?
Which word would best fit into the sentence: 'Suzanne’s _______________________ is obvious when she refuses to lend her classmates lunch money or school supplies.'?
Which word would best fit into the sentence: 'Suzanne’s _______________________ is obvious when she refuses to lend her classmates lunch money or school supplies.'?
Fill in the blank: 'When we plan Rachel’s surprise birthday party, we need to be _______________________ so she doesn’t get suspicious.'
Fill in the blank: 'When we plan Rachel’s surprise birthday party, we need to be _______________________ so she doesn’t get suspicious.'
What is the most appropriate word to complete: 'Revealing my secret would be _______________________ to deliberately destroying our friendship.'?
What is the most appropriate word to complete: 'Revealing my secret would be _______________________ to deliberately destroying our friendship.'?
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Identify the word that best fits: 'Is this another _______________________ excuse?'
Identify the word that best fits: 'Is this another _______________________ excuse?'
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Which word captures the idea of her presence being lively: 'Emmalin’s _______________________ brightens up a room when she enters.'?
Which word captures the idea of her presence being lively: 'Emmalin’s _______________________ brightens up a room when she enters.'?
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Choose the word that completes: 'I have a/an _______________________ hatred for those who abuse animals.'
Choose the word that completes: 'I have a/an _______________________ hatred for those who abuse animals.'
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Which word fits best in the context: 'Her classmates often consult Ann when they have a problem, because she is a good listener and a/an _______________________ person.'?
Which word fits best in the context: 'Her classmates often consult Ann when they have a problem, because she is a good listener and a/an _______________________ person.'?
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What does the term 'visceral' imply in the context of feelings?
What does the term 'visceral' imply in the context of feelings?
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What best describes a 'surreptitious' operation?
What best describes a 'surreptitious' operation?
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Which word best fits the context: 'On New Year's Eve, the crowd in Times Square in New York City is a/an ______________________ group of revelers.'?
Which word best fits the context: 'On New Year's Eve, the crowd in Times Square in New York City is a/an ______________________ group of revelers.'?
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What character trait does the word 'truculent' suggest?
What character trait does the word 'truculent' suggest?
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If a reproduction is described as 'spurious', what does it imply?
If a reproduction is described as 'spurious', what does it imply?
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Which term would describe someone who is 'frugal'?
Which term would describe someone who is 'frugal'?
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How would you define a person who acts in a 'parsimonius' manner?
How would you define a person who acts in a 'parsimonius' manner?
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What does it mean if an effort is considered 'tantamount' to something else?
What does it mean if an effort is considered 'tantamount' to something else?
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What does Brutus's behavior in Julius Caesar primarily illustrate?
What does Brutus's behavior in Julius Caesar primarily illustrate?
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What can be inferred about Cassius from his quote regarding Caesar?
What can be inferred about Cassius from his quote regarding Caesar?
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How does Shakespeare typically reveal a character's thoughts to the audience?
How does Shakespeare typically reveal a character's thoughts to the audience?
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What does the third-person-limited point of view allow readers to understand about Greg in Lunch Money?
What does the third-person-limited point of view allow readers to understand about Greg in Lunch Money?
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What literary technique does Shakespeare use to convey Brutus's intentions without direct narration?
What literary technique does Shakespeare use to convey Brutus's intentions without direct narration?
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What is primarily revealed about Cassius through his statement about Caesar?
What is primarily revealed about Cassius through his statement about Caesar?
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Which aspect of Brutus's character is highlighted through his interactions in the play?
Which aspect of Brutus's character is highlighted through his interactions in the play?
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What does the use of an aside provide to the audience regarding a character's thoughts?
What does the use of an aside provide to the audience regarding a character's thoughts?
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What type of reaction does the reader have towards believable characters, as described in the content?
What type of reaction does the reader have towards believable characters, as described in the content?
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How does Mr. Riley suggest authors should create believable literary characters?
How does Mr. Riley suggest authors should create believable literary characters?
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What characteristic of Atticus Finch is implied through his actions in To Kill a Mockingbird?
What characteristic of Atticus Finch is implied through his actions in To Kill a Mockingbird?
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What descriptor best fits Tybalt's nature as inferred from his actions in Romeo and Juliet?
What descriptor best fits Tybalt's nature as inferred from his actions in Romeo and Juliet?
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In the context of the content, what does 'visceral' refer to?
In the context of the content, what does 'visceral' refer to?
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According to the discussion, how does Shakespeare convey the characteristics of characters without explicitly stating them?
According to the discussion, how does Shakespeare convey the characteristics of characters without explicitly stating them?
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What does the term 'mawkish' imply about a piece of writing?
What does the term 'mawkish' imply about a piece of writing?
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What does Mr. Riley likely mean by stating that a reaction to characters is not spurious?
What does Mr. Riley likely mean by stating that a reaction to characters is not spurious?
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What does Scrooge's statement about being 'light as a feather' and 'happy as an angel' indicate about his character transformation?
What does Scrooge's statement about being 'light as a feather' and 'happy as an angel' indicate about his character transformation?
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Which method does Charles Dickens use to reveal Scrooge's character in A Christmas Carol?
Which method does Charles Dickens use to reveal Scrooge's character in A Christmas Carol?
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Which of the following best describes the purpose of character analysis in literature?
Which of the following best describes the purpose of character analysis in literature?
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What can be inferred about Scrooge’s emotional state at the end of A Christmas Carol?
What can be inferred about Scrooge’s emotional state at the end of A Christmas Carol?
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What is a key component of 'show, not tell' in character development?
What is a key component of 'show, not tell' in character development?
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How does Dickens contrast Scrooge's character with others in the story?
How does Dickens contrast Scrooge's character with others in the story?
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What emotional response do Scrooge’s transformations evoke in the reader?
What emotional response do Scrooge’s transformations evoke in the reader?
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Which of these methods would NOT be appropriate for character analysis?
Which of these methods would NOT be appropriate for character analysis?
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What does the term 'tantamount' most closely mean?
What does the term 'tantamount' most closely mean?
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Which of the following words best describes a person who is 'parsimonious'?
Which of the following words best describes a person who is 'parsimonious'?
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What is the best definition for 'effervescent'?
What is the best definition for 'effervescent'?
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Which word is synonymous with 'spurious'?
Which word is synonymous with 'spurious'?
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What does 'surreptitious' imply about an action?
What does 'surreptitious' imply about an action?
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What characterizes someone who is 'truculent'?
What characterizes someone who is 'truculent'?
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Identify the meaning of 'mawkish'.
Identify the meaning of 'mawkish'.
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Which of the following words is closest in meaning to 'visceral'?
Which of the following words is closest in meaning to 'visceral'?
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Study Notes
Vocabulary List 1: Amazing Adjectives
- Effervescent: Lively, high-spirited, enthusiastic. Example: Emmalin has an effervescent personality.
- Mawkish: Excessively sentimental, often silly. Example: Barbara became mawkish when she saw the movie Lion King.
- Parsimonious: Frugal to the point of stinginess. Example: The parsimonious woman only spent money for basic necessities.
- Perspicacious: Having mental perception and understanding. Example: His perspicacious financial advisor warned him that the stock market would decline.
- Spurious: Not genuine, authentic, true, or sincere. Example: The facts proved that his claim of being an Austrian prince was spurious.
- Surreptitious: Marked by stealth and secrecy. Example: She was surreptitious and hid her sister's gift under blankets.
- Tantamount: Equal in value, meaning, or effect; synonymous with. Example: Ms. Cosgrove reminded her students that always eating junk food is tantamount to deliberately destroying your health.
- Truculent: Easily annoyed and always ready to argue or fight. Example: The boss became truculent whenever anyone challenged his authority.
- Visceral: Instinctive feelings not based on reason or logic. Example: Celeste has a visceral fear of being in crowded places.
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Enhance your vocabulary with this quiz focused on amazing adjectives. Discover meanings, examples, and contexts of diverse descriptive words. Perfect for students and language enthusiasts looking to enrich their language skills.
