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Meaning
What are the meanings of the underlined words? Circle the letter of each correct answer.
1. The Shakers worshipped by dancing, and whirling around.
a. Rolling c. Jumping
b. Turning d. Falling
2. The Shakers were a peaceful sect.
a. Group of people with special religious beliefs
b. Group of people belonging to a secret organization
c. Group of people belonging to a political party
d. Group of people from one country
3. The Shakers were known for their celibacy.
a. Marrying many times
b. Having large families
c. Not marrying because of religious beliefs
d. Living alone
4. The Shakers were also known for their industriousness.
a. Hard work c. Businessmindedness
b. Laziness d. imagination
5. Shakers men and women ate, worked, and slept in separate quarters.
a. Living areas c. Villages
b. Gardens d. Groups
6. The Shakers were almost totally self-sufficient.
a. Able to grow fruit and vegetables
b. Able to provide for their own needs without outside help
c. Able to keep alive on very little food
d. Able to trade goods with other people
7. The Shaker communities expanded from the original one to 24 communities scattered among eight states.
a. Covered up c. Spread out
b. Grouped together d. Joined up
8. Eventually the Shakers dwindled in number.
a. Gradually became fewer c. Suddenly disappeared
b. Gradually increased d. Suddenly multiplied
9. In the Shaker community, everyone was equal and lived in harmony.
a. Melody c. Groups
b. Agreement with one another d. Isolation
10. The Shakers will be remembered for the contribution they made to society.
a. Problem c. Protest
b. Money d. Gift