This vocabulary lesson plan covers key words from *The Great Gatsby* by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Subject: English Language Arts · Grade: 10–12 · Time: 30–40 minutes
Key vocabulary
| Word | Definition | Context in novel |
|---|---|---|
| Superfluous | Unnecessary, more than enough | Gatsby's superfluous servants |
| Incredulously | With disbelief | Nick looks at Jordan incredulously |
| Derisive | Expressing contempt or ridicule | Tom's derisive laughter |
| Corroborative | Confirming or supporting | Gatsby shows corroborative evidence |
| Ephemeral | Lasting a very short time | The ephemeral nature of Gatsby's parties |
| Sardonic | Grimly mocking or cynical | Gatsby's sardonic smile |
| Precipitately | Suddenly, hastily | Daisy reacts precipitately |
| Mendacity | Untruthfulness | Tom's mendacity about his affairs |
| Bilious | Sick-looking, unpleasant | The bilious color of the room |
| Feign | To pretend | Gatsby feigns indifference |
Activity: Vocabulary storyboard
- Open Storyboard Creator
- Choose 5 vocabulary words
- For each word, create a panel with definition, sentence and illustration
- Export PDF or share a live link