Exploring Vocabulary in 'World on a Turtle's Back'

1. What does 'void' mean?

A type of dessert

A strong wind

An empty space

A colorful flower

The term 'void' typically refers to an empty space or lack of content.

Explanation

The term 'void' typically refers to an empty space or lack of content.

2. What is a ritual?

A spontaneous decision

An everyday occurrence

A random action

A ceremonial act or a series of such events

A ritual is not an everyday occurrence, a spontaneous decision, or a random action. It is specifically a ceremonial act or a series of such events.

Explanation

A ritual is not an everyday occurrence, a spontaneous decision, or a random action. It is specifically a ceremonial act or a series of such events.

3. What is the definition of devious?

Honest; trustworthy

Clear; transparent

Shifty; not straightforward

Direct; upfront

The correct answer 'shifty; not straightforward' describes someone who is sneaky or underhanded.

Explanation

The correct answer 'shifty; not straightforward' describes someone who is sneaky or underhanded.

4. What is the meaning of succumb?

To give up or give in; yield

To persevere and overcome

To procrastinate or delay

To resist strongly

The correct answer 'to give up or give in; yield' reflects the idea of surrendering or yielding in the face of pressure or opposition, meaning to succumb. The incorrect answers do not accurately represent the concept of succumb.

Explanation

The correct answer 'to give up or give in; yield' reflects the idea of surrendering or yielding in the face of pressure or opposition, meaning to succumb. The incorrect answers do not accurately represent the concept of succumb.

5. What is the meaning of the word 'contend'?

To give up; surrender

To cooperate; collaborate

To compete; vie

To relax; unwind

The correct answer 'to compete; vie' correctly defines 'contend' as involving competition or rivalry. The incorrect answers do not convey the same meaning as 'contend'.

Explanation

The correct answer 'to compete; vie' correctly defines 'contend' as involving competition or rivalry. The incorrect answers do not convey the same meaning as 'contend'.