Lord Of The Flies Vocab Quiz
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Which word has the closest meaning to Effulgence
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Ugliness
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Enmity
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Brilliance
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Prominent
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Elicit
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Quiz on randomly selected vocab words from the book "The Lord of the Flies".
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Pale is a synonym for which vocab word in the book
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Wubber
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Pallidly
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Tumultuous
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Precentor
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Effulgence
Correct Answer
A. PallidlyExplanation
The correct answer is "Pallidly" because "pale" and "pallidly" are both adjectives that describe a lack of color or brightness.Rate this question:
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Which of the following two words cannot be found in the dictionary but are used effectively in the book
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Defiles
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Fluking
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Ebullience
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Assented
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Wubber
Correct Answer(s)
A. Fluking
A. WubberExplanation
The word "Fluking" cannot be found in the dictionary but is used effectively in the book. Similarly, the word "Wubber" also cannot be found in the dictionary but is used effectively in the book.Rate this question:
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Blundering is a synonym for which vocab word from the book?
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Bumbling
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Indignation
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Magicked
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Immuring
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Defiling
Correct Answer
A. BumblingExplanation
Bumbling is a synonym for the vocab word "Blundering" because both words refer to someone or something that is clumsy, awkward, or prone to making mistakes. Bumbling implies a lack of skill or coordination, often resulting in comical or ineffective actions. Similarly, blundering suggests a tendency to make errors or poor decisions. Therefore, bumbling is the most appropriate choice as a synonym for blundering.Rate this question:
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Which of the following word has the closest meaning to Furtive
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Ugly
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Sneaky
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Gruesome
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Beautiful
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Astonishing
Correct Answer
A. SneakyExplanation
Furtive means attempting to avoid notice or attention, typically because of guilt or a belief that discovery would lead to trouble. The word "sneaky" also conveys the idea of being secretive or sly, which is similar to the meaning of furtive. Therefore, "sneaky" is the word that has the closest meaning to furtive.Rate this question:
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Mortification is a state in which someone is ______
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Excited
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Enthralled
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Demoralized
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Delighted
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Discouraged
Correct Answer
A. DemoralizedExplanation
Mortification refers to a state of feeling embarrassed, humiliated, or ashamed. It is a condition where someone's confidence and self-esteem are significantly diminished. This aligns with the word "Demoralized," which means to lose hope, courage, or confidence. Therefore, "Demoralized" is the correct answer as it accurately describes the state of someone who is experiencing mortification.Rate this question:
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"Sat up again, smiled _____ at Ralph and said that his name was Simon"a) Pallidlyb) Graciouslyc) Contemptuously
Correct Answer
aExplanation
In this sentence, the person mentioned sits up, smiles, and introduces himself to Ralph. The word "pallidly" means pale or lacking in color, which does not fit the context of the sentence. "Graciously" means politely or kindly, which could be a possible answer, but there is no indication of politeness or kindness in the sentence. "Contemptuously" means with disdain or disrespect, which also does not align with the friendly and smiling behavior described in the sentence. Therefore, the most appropriate word to fill the blank is "pallidly."Rate this question:
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"At matins over the _______"a) Reverberationb) Chaosc) Precentor
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"The lagoon attacked them with a blinding _______"a) Effulgenceb) Shrillc) Exclamation
Correct Answer
aExplanation
The word "blinding" suggests that the lagoon attacked them with a strong and intense brightness or radiance. "Effulgence" means radiant splendor or brilliance, which fits the context perfectly. Therefore, option a) is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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