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What is the definition of the underlined word below.

The snake slithered across the back porch when my mother chased it with a broom.

• stopped

• moved

• slept

• ate

What is the definition of the underlined word below.

My father told me it would not be prudent to eat too much candy at one time.

• unwise

• unexpected

• expected

• wise

What is the definition of the underlined word below.

Kelsey was bored. She spent each day counting buttons, and she did not believe that there could be a more monotonous task.

• dull

• exciting

• adventurous

• varied

What is the definition of the underlined word below.

Emily's mother sternly told her to finish practicing the piano, because she had taken long enough.

• happily

• beautifully

• sadly

• strictly

What is the definition of the underlined word below.

Our dog gnawed through the rope, allowing him to get loose and leave the backyard.

• stopped

• moved

• slept

• chewed