Vocabulary for Chapters 7,8,9

Question 1

Tumultuous

Answer 1

Making a loud, confused noise; noisy and chaotic

Question 2

Insistent

Answer 2

Firm or persistent in making a demand or repeating an action

Question 3

Ingratiate

Answer 3

Bring oneself into favor with someone by flattering or trying to please them

Question 4

Vicarious

Answer 4

Experienced in the imagination through the feelings or actions of another person

Question 5

Harrowing

Answer 5

Causing extreme distress

Question 6

Portentous

Answer 6

Giving a sign or warning that something significant or ominous is likely to happen

Question 7

Wistful

Answer 7

Showing thoughtful sadness

Question 8

Magnanimous

Answer 8

Very generous of forgiving, especially toward a rival or someone less powerful than oneself

Question 9

Vestibule

Answer 9

A large entrance or reception room or area

Question 10

Malice

Answer 10

The intention or desire to do evil; ill will

Question 11

Ecstatic

Answer 11

Feeling great delight

Question 12

Formidable

Answer 12

Inspiring fear or respect through being impressively large, powerful, intense, or capable

Question 13

Corroborate

Answer 13

To provide evidence or support for the truth of a statement or theory

Question 14

Recede

Answer 14

To move or back away

Question 15

Deranged

Answer 15

Insane, crazy