Vocabulary From The Adventures Of Isabel By Ogden Nash Quiz

The word 'wicked' is typically used to describe something evil or bad in nature. It is the opposite of good, kind, and pure.

The correct meaning of 'cross' is to indicate being in a bad temper or feeling annoyed, cranky, or irritable, which is the opposite of being smooth, friendly, or relaxed.

The correct answer 'folded; creased' refers to the same idea of having twists or ridges on a surface, while the incorrect answers 'smooth' and 'straight' describe the opposite of wrinkled. 'Crinkled' is a similar term but not an exact synonym for 'wrinkled.'

The correct answer is 'anger', as rage is synonymous with intense anger.

Rancor is a feeling of deep-seated ill will or resentment, which is synonymous with hate.

The word 'hideous' is used to describe something extremely unattractive or offensive, making 'disgusting' the correct synonym in this context.

Being self-reliant means being able to manage and provide for oneself without relying heavily on others for assistance.

The forehead is specifically defined as the part of the face located above the eyes, often associated with expressions and emotions.

To grind something is the action of crushing it into small pieces, not to bake, dance, or fly.

The correct definition of 'nibbled' is to chew or crush with the teeth, not to lick, slurp, or gnaw.

Zwieback is a type of toast that is a baked piece of bread, often enjoyed by babies or as a snack with tea or coffee.

The correct definition of troublesome is something that is difficult or hard to deal with, not easy or simple, friendly or amiable, or organized or systematic.

The correct synonym for shocked is surprised; confused as shock typically elicits feelings of surprise and confusion. The other incorrect answers do not convey the same meaning as shocked.

A satchel is a small bag typically used to carry books, small personal items, or as a fashion accessory. It is not a type of shoe, musical instrument, or form of transportation.

The correct synonym for 'bulged' is 'stood out', as bulged refers to something protruding or sticking out.

A concocter is someone who uses their imagination to create or make something, not an object or plant.

The word 'calmly' is synonymous with 'quietly', meaning to do something in a peaceful and quiet manner. The other three options, 'loudly', 'nervously', and 'excitedly', represent the opposite of being calm.

The term 'cured' refers to the act of bringing someone back to health or healing them from a particular illness or condition.

The word 'enormous' is a synonym for 'very large' or 'huge'. It does not mean 'tiny', 'average', or 'moderate'.

The correct answer, 'very hungry,' reflects the intense hunger associated with the term 'ravenous.' The incorrect answers do not accurately capture the meaning of 'ravenous.'

Cruel is the opposite of kind, compassionate, caring, pleasant, friendly, amiable, generous, benevolent, and considerate.

The word 'glad' is a synonym of 'happy' as they both convey positive emotions. 'Sad', 'angry', and 'excited' are not synonyms of 'glad' as they represent different emotions.

The correct meaning of 'scurry' is to move quickly, typically with short quick steps.

Cavernous is used to describe something that is vast, spacious, and similar to a cavern - a large and wide opening or space.

The phrase 'pitch black as pitch' means without lights, indicating darkness. It is not related to pitching a baseball, color, or pitch resin.