The Bluest Eye Vocabulary Quiz

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This quiz will test you understanding of the vocabulary from the novel The Bluest Eye written by Toni Morrison.

Choose the best answer for the following to define each word.

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  • 2. 

    Ashen

    • Pale

    • Vibrant

    • Deceit

    Correct Answer
    A. Pale
    Explanation
    The word "pale" means lacking color or brightness, often used to describe someone's complexion. It can also mean weak or feeble. In this context, "ashen" is a synonym for "pale," as it describes a complexion that is gray or ashy in color. Therefore, "pale" is the correct answer.

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  • 3. 

    Abhorrent

    • Enjoyable

    • Sweet

    • Detestable

    Correct Answer
    A. Detestable
    Explanation
    "Abhorrent" means causing or deserving strong dislike or hatred. It is synonymous with "detestable," which means extremely unpleasant or offensive. Both words convey a strong negative connotation. "Enjoyable" and "sweet" have positive connotations and are the opposite of "abhorrent" and "detestable." Therefore, "detestable" is the correct answer.

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  • 4. 

    Dirge

    • Funeral

    • Mournful song

    • Death

    Correct Answer
    A. Mournful song
    Explanation
    The word "dirge" is commonly associated with a mournful song that is often performed at funerals. It is a musical expression of grief and sorrow, typically characterized by its slow and somber melody. Therefore, "mournful song" accurately describes the meaning of "dirge" in the given context.

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    Bemuse

    • Bewilder

    • Laughter

    • Hopeful

    • Happy

    Correct Answer
    A. Bewilder
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    Insolent

    • Candid

    • Modest

    • Disrespectful

    • Aloof

    Correct Answer
    A. Disrespectful
    Explanation
    The word "insolent" means showing a lack of respect or rude behavior towards others. Similarly, the word "disrespectful" also refers to a lack of respect or showing rudeness towards someone. Therefore, "disrespectful" is the correct answer as it is the closest in meaning to "insolent".

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    Fretful

    • Keen

    • Excited

    • Meloncholy

    • Irritable

    Correct Answer
    A. Irritable
    Explanation
    The word "fretful" means feeling or expressing distress or irritation. The word "irritable" also means easily annoyed or prone to anger. Both words have a similar meaning, but "irritable" specifically emphasizes a tendency to become easily irritated. Therefore, "irritable" is the correct answer in this context.

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    Affluence

    • Abundant in supplies

    • To influence

    • Ability to communicate

    Correct Answer
    A. Abundant in supplies
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "abundant in supplies" because the word "affluence" refers to having a large quantity or an abundance of something, particularly in terms of wealth or resources. In this context, it suggests that someone or something is well-supplied or has an ample amount of resources available to them.

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    Escapade

    • Freedom

    • Prank

    • Hate

    Correct Answer
    A. Prank
    Explanation
    The word "escapade" refers to an exciting or adventurous activity, often involving some sort of mischievous or playful behavior. A "prank" is a practical joke or mischievous act done for amusement or to trick someone. Therefore, "prank" is the most fitting word in the given list that aligns with the meaning of "escapade". "Freedom" and "hate" do not convey the playful or mischievous aspect, while "prank" captures the essence of an exciting and adventurous act.

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    Galvanized

    • To excite

    • To change

    • To reject

    • To embrace

    Correct Answer
    A. To excite
    Explanation
    The word "galvanized" means to excite or stimulate someone into taking action. It does not mean to change, reject, or embrace.

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  • 11. 

    Write a sentence with 7 of the remaining 10 vocabulary words. Mantle, Myriad, fervent, surge, malaise, preening, unsullied, patently, tacitly, shroud

  • 12. 

    Use the unused words and write the part of speech for each.

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