1. The angry mob gesticulated wildly, trying to make their point.
a. motioned
b. flailed
c. waved
d. gestured
2. The fledgling thief clamored among the rioters, intent on blending in.
a. exclaimed b. yelled
c. protested
d. vociferated
3. The children's ebullience about the circus gave the performers a boost.
a. exuberance b. excitement c. enthusiasm d. passion
4. When asked to keep the fire going, the choir gravely assented.
a. acknowledged b. acquiesced c. nodded
d. complied
5. His voice lifted into the whine of virtuous recrimination, begging to be heard.
a. accusation b. incrimination c. indictment d. retort
6. He paused in the tumult, trying in vain to perceive an answer to his cries.
a. uproar
b. disorder
c. racket
d. confusion
7. The young girl ran to her room as her mother subjected her to a non-stop tirade.