Vocabulary • Ch 15 - The Kite Runner • Context Clues

Using clich��s in your writing can make it seem unoriginal and uninspired.

 

What does the word 'clich��' mean?

• Not careful or paying attention enough

• An overused or unoriginal phrase or idea

• A group of people working together

• To crash or bump into something

The two countries formed a strong alliance to enhance their defense capabilities.

 

What does the word 'alliance' mean?

• Practical and logical in problem-solving

• A group of people working together

• Being cool and calm, not caring

• Always thinking good things will happen

The two political parties were locked in a bitter faction.

 

What does the word 'faction' mean?

• Practical and logical in problem-solving

• Not careful or paying attention enough

• A group within a larger group

• Very thin and bony-looking

The pig loves to wallow in the mud.

 

What does the word 'wallow' mean?

• Collateral Damage: Unintended harm or damage during a conflict

• Not careful or paying attention enough

• A group within a larger group

• To roll around in mud or water

The two cars collided at the intersection.

 

What does the word 'collide' mean?

• An overused or unoriginal phrase or idea

• To soak or steep something in liquid

• To crash or bump into something

• Collateral Damage: Unintended harm or damage during a conflict