Lord Of The Flies Vocab: Chapters 1-3

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    What is enmity?

    • Noun: love and desire
    • Verb: to kill or abuse severely
    • Adjective: to be an ugly and ungrateful person
    • Noun: hatred or ill will
    • Verb: to jump for joy
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English-ninth grade: Lord of the Flies vocabulary questions. Chapters 1- 3.

Lord Of The Flies Vocab: Chapters 1-3 - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    Noun: the act, process, period, or result of developing or unfolding is                      .

    Explanation
    Efflorescence refers to the act, process, period, or result of developing or unfolding. It is a noun that describes the blossoming or blooming of something, often used metaphorically to represent the growth or expansion of ideas, talents, or potential. Efflorescence can also refer to the crystalline deposit that forms on the surface of materials such as concrete or brick due to the evaporation of water.

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  • 3. 

    What is hiatus?

    • Noun: a heaven

    • Noun: a place to find peace and comfort

    • Verb: a peaceful person

    • Adjective: disruptive

    • Noun: a break or interruption

    Correct Answer
    A. Noun: a break or interruption
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "noun: a break or interruption". Hiatus refers to a temporary pause or interruption in an activity or process. It is commonly used to describe a break or gap in time or continuity.

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  • 4. 

    Verb: ________________ is to place between; cause to intervene.

    Correct Answer
    interposed
    Explanation
    The verb "interposed" means to place between or cause to intervene. It suggests that something is being inserted or positioned in between two other things or actions.

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  • 5. 

    ________________ is incapable of being investigated or analyzed.

    Correct Answer
    adjective: inscrutable
  • 6. 

    What is proffer?

    • Verb: to present with acceptance

    • Noun: to ask

    • Verb: to wonder

    • Adjective: to be intellectual

    • Verb: to become increasingly frustrated

    Correct Answer
    A. Verb: to present with acceptance
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "verb: to present with acceptance". This means that proffer is a verb that is used to present something to someone with a sense of acceptance or willingness. It implies that the person offering or presenting something is doing so in a positive and agreeable manner.

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  • 7. 

    What is oppressive?

    • Verb: burdensome

    • Adjective: burdensome

    • Noun: burdensome

    • Adverb: burdensome

    • Action: burdensome

    Correct Answer
    A. Adjective: burdensome
    Explanation
    The correct answer is adjective: burdensome. This means that oppressive is used to describe something that is difficult, heavy, or hard to bear. It implies that the thing or situation is causing a lot of pressure, discomfort, or hardship.

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  • 8. 

    What is defiles?

    • Verb: to mess up or cause disorganization

    • Noun: to be messy and disorganized

    • Adjective: to cause violence

    • Verb: to make filthy or dirty; pollute

    • Noun: to be dirty or filthy

    Correct Answer
    A. Verb: to make filthy or dirty; pollute
    Explanation
    Defiles, as a verb, means to make something filthy or dirty and to pollute it. This suggests that the action of defiling involves making something unclean or impure, often by adding dirt or contaminants to it. It does not refer to causing disorganization, being messy, or causing violence, as the other options suggest.

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  • 9. 

    To be _____________ is caused by or showing sincere remorse.

    Correct Answer
    adjective: contrite
    Explanation
    Contrite is an adjective that describes someone who is deeply remorseful or repentant for their actions. This person genuinely feels sorry for what they have done and shows sincere regret. They may express this remorse through their words or actions, seeking forgiveness and trying to make amends. The word "contrite" implies a genuine and heartfelt apology, indicating a person's true remorse and desire to make things right.

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  • 10. 

    What is declivities?

    • Noun: a series of unfortunate events

    • Noun: steady downfall of a leadership

    • Noun: a downward slope

    • Verb: to become depressed

    • Adjective: depressed

    Correct Answer
    A. Noun: a downward slope
    Explanation
    Declivities refers to a downward slope. It is a noun that describes a terrain or surface that is sloping downwards. It does not refer to a series of unfortunate events, a downfall of leadership, becoming depressed, or being in a depressed state.

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  • 11. 

    What is errant?

    • Adjective: annoying

    • Noun: a different thing from the group

    • Verb: to wander

    • Adjective: straying from the regular or proper course

    • Verb: excited

    Correct Answer
    A. Adjective: straying from the regular or proper course
    Explanation
    Errant is an adjective that means straying from the regular or proper course. This suggests that something or someone is deviating or going off track from what is expected or normal. It implies a sense of being wayward or wandering, indicating a lack of adherence to established rules or guidelines.

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  • 12. 

    What is a susurration?

    • Noun: an extremely loud noise

    • Adjective: someone who is shy and quiet

    • Verb: to scream

    • Verb: to wander from the given path

    • Noun: a whisper

    Correct Answer
    A. Noun: a whisper
    Explanation
    A susurration refers to a whisper, which is a soft and low sound made when speaking quietly. It is often associated with a gentle and hushed tone, indicating secrecy or confidentiality. This word does not refer to an extremely loud noise, someone who is shy and quiet, screaming, or wandering from the given path.

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  • 13. 

    What is recrimination?

    • Verb: to bring a counterchange against an accuser

    • Verb: to do recreational activities

    • Verb: to challenge

    • Noun: to bring a counterchange against an accuser

    • Adjective: to be outgoing and have high spirits

    Correct Answer
    A. Noun: to bring a counterchange against an accuser
    Explanation
    Recrimination is the act of bringing a counterchange against an accuser. It refers to the response or retaliation made by someone who has been accused, by accusing the accuser in return. It involves making accusations or blaming the original accuser for the same or similar wrongdoing. Recrimination is a noun that describes the action of responding to an accusation with a counter-accusation.

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  • 14. 

    A threadlike, leafless organ of climbing plants in a spiral form is a _________.

    Correct Answer
    Explanation
    A threadlike, leafless organ of climbing plants in a spiral form is a tendril.

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  • 15. 

    To ____________ is to make an animated or excited gesture.

    Correct Answer
    noun: gesticulate
    Explanation
    The word "gesticulate" is a noun that refers to the action of making animated or excited gestures. It is used to describe the act of using body movements, especially hand and arm movements, to express emotions or convey a message.

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  • 16. 

    ___________ is to be in high spirits; exhuberance.

    Correct Answer
    noun: ebullience
    Explanation
    Ebullience refers to the state of being in high spirits or exhibiting exuberance. It is a noun that represents a lively and enthusiastic attitude. This word can be used to describe someone who is full of energy, excitement, and joy.

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  • 17. 

    If something is implied it is a _________.

    Correct Answer
    adjective: tacit
    Explanation
    When something is implied, it means that it is understood or suggested without being directly stated. Therefore, the word that completes the sentence is "tacit," which means understood or implied without being directly stated.

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  • 18. 

    What is festooned?

    • Verb: to be stranded, as if on an island

    • Noun: a string or garland, as of flowers or leaves

    • Noun: a boat

    • Verb: to sail on a boat

    • Noun: a collection of leaves and flowers

    Correct Answer
    A. Noun: a string or garland, as of flowers or leaves
    Explanation
    Festooned is a noun that refers to a string or garland, typically made of flowers or leaves. It is used to describe a decorative arrangement that is hung or draped in a festive or ornamental manner.

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  • 19. 

    A projecting portion of a rampart or fortification that forms an irregular pentagon attached to the base of the main work is a ____________.

    Correct Answer
    noun: bastion
    Explanation
    A bastion is a projecting portion of a rampart or fortification that forms an irregular pentagon attached to the base of the main work. It serves as a defensive structure, providing additional protection and allowing for better surveillance of the surrounding area. Bastions were commonly used in medieval fortifications and are still seen in some modern military architecture.

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