Exploring Key Vocabulary from 'The Bomb' by Theodore Taylor

1. What is the meaning of the word 'deceased'?

The act of dying

A ceremony to honor the dead

A type of funeral procession

Courtesy of the deceased occupants of the wooden house.

The correct meaning of 'deceased' in this context is referring to the dead occupants of the wooden house.

Explanation

The correct meaning of 'deceased' in this context is referring to the dead occupants of the wooden house.

2. What is leukemia?

Leukemia is a type of skin cancer characterized by the growth of abnormal cells in the epidermis.

Leukemia is a type of lung disease that causes difficulty in breathing and reduced lung function.

The leukemia was starting to go away.

Leukemia is a type of cancer affecting the bone marrow and blood cells. It is characterized by abnormal production of blood cells, leading to various symptoms like anemia, increased infections, and impaired clotting. The incorrect answers do not accurately describe leukemia and its effects on the body.

Explanation

Leukemia is a type of cancer affecting the bone marrow and blood cells. It is characterized by abnormal production of blood cells, leading to various symptoms like anemia, increased infections, and impaired clotting. The incorrect answers do not accurately describe leukemia and its effects on the body.

3. What does the term 'ancestral' mean in the following sentence: He realizes it will never be safe to return to his ancestral home.?

Ancestral- referring to ancient artifacts and relics.

He realizes it will never be safe to return to his ancestral home.

Ancestral- relating to siblings and extended family members.

Ancestral- pertaining to the future generations.

The term 'ancestral' in this context refers to something that serves as a forerunner, prototype, or inspiration, typically associated with one's family lineage or heritage.

Explanation

The term 'ancestral' in this context refers to something that serves as a forerunner, prototype, or inspiration, typically associated with one's family lineage or heritage.

4. What does it mean to be astonished?

Tara was surprised. Sorry was laughing.

Sorry was upset. Tara was arriving.

Sorry was astonished. Tara was coming along.

Astonished means to be bored and uninterested.

5. What is a loincloth?

A type of footwear popular in colder climates.

The old thing was a loincloth.

A type of hat worn in tropical regions.

A type of jacket commonly worn in formal settings.

A loincloth is a piece of cloth worn around the loins or hips, especially in tropical regions, as the only item of clothing. It is not related to hats, footwear, or jackets.

Explanation

A loincloth is a piece of cloth worn around the loins or hips, especially in tropical regions, as the only item of clothing. It is not related to hats, footwear, or jackets.

6. Cowardly- lacking courage; contemptibly timid.

Confident and assertive.

I don't think we are cowardly.

Fearless and bold.

Brave and courageous.

The correct answer addresses the definition of being cowardly accurately, highlighting a lack of courage and timidity. The incorrect answers provide contrasting qualities of bravery, fearlessness, and confidence, which do not align with the description of cowardice.

Explanation

The correct answer addresses the definition of being cowardly accurately, highlighting a lack of courage and timidity. The incorrect answers provide contrasting qualities of bravery, fearlessness, and confidence, which do not align with the description of cowardice.

7. What is the branch of medicine dealing with diagnosis and therapy through x-rays?

Dermatologists focusing on skin conditions

Roentgenologists experts in radiation and many more.

Oncologists treating cancer patients

Cardiologists specializing in heart health

Roentgenologists are medical professionals who specialize in utilizing x-rays for diagnosis and treatment, making them experts in radiation and related fields.

Explanation

Roentgenologists are medical professionals who specialize in utilizing x-rays for diagnosis and treatment, making them experts in radiation and related fields.

8. What does it mean to grieve?

To feel grief or great sorrow.

Grieve when it has gone.

To experience joy and happiness.

To feel anger and frustration.

To ignore your emotions and pretend everything is fine.

The correct answer 'Grieve when it has gone' means to experience mourning or deep sorrow after the loss of something or someone. It is not about ignoring emotions but processing them in a healthy way.

Explanation

The correct answer 'Grieve when it has gone' means to experience mourning or deep sorrow after the loss of something or someone. It is not about ignoring emotions but processing them in a healthy way.

9. What is meant by hesitation?

Hesitation always indicates a lack of knowledge or intelligence.

Hesitation is a form of confidence.

Without the slightest hesitation he answered.

He hesitated for a long time before responding.

Hesitation refers to a delay due to uncertainty of mind or fear. In the correct answer, the person answered without any hesitation, meaning there was no delay in responding.

Explanation

Hesitation refers to a delay due to uncertainty of mind or fear. In the correct answer, the person answered without any hesitation, meaning there was no delay in responding.