Vocabulary Mastery for 7th Graders

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What does the word 'hanker' mean?

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To have a strong desire or craving for something.

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Use 'hanker' in a sentence.

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She hankered for a piece of chocolate cake.

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What does 'downright' mean in the context of being tired?

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Completely or very; used for emphasis.

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Fill in the blank: 'He was __________ tired after the long hike, but he felt accomplished.'

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downright

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What does 'animated' mean when describing a movie?

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Full of life or excitement; lively.

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Fill in the blank: 'The movie was so __________ that everyone in the theater was on the edge of their seats.'

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animated

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What does 'loom' mean in the context of a deadline?

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To appear in a threatening or imminent way.

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Evaluate the sentence: 'The deadline loomed over him, creating a sense of urgency.' What does 'loom' illustrate?

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urgency

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What does 'verify' mean?

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To confirm the truth or accuracy of something.

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Use 'verify' in a sentence.

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She needed to verify the information before publishing the article.