The Monkey's Paw: Vocab Review

Front

When you __________ a staircase, you move downward.

Back

descend

Front

What causes my dog's ears to __________?

Back

twitch

Front

Sometimes I __________ in my seat due to excess energy.

Back

fidget

Front

When something is __________, it is wrinkled and shrunken.

Back

shriveled

Front

The _________ desk stood out in the neat classroom.

Back

disheveled

Front

The _________ stream's bubbling sounds over the rocks were soothing.

Back

gurgling

Front

The child's __________ behavior shocked the adults.

Back

horrid

Front

Money grows on trees is completely __________.

Back

illogical

Front

Difficult to continue, but the workers tried to __________ through all challenges.

Back

persist

Front

After lounging on the porch, the dog rose __________ and went inside.

Back

sluggishly