Vocabulary • Ch 15 - Hoot • Context Clues

The malevolent witch cast a spell on the innocent villagers.

 

What does the word 'malevolent' mean?

• To give a very angry or mean look

• Likely or inclined to do something

• Having evil or harmful intentions

• Very fancy or decorative

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

She had no qualms about speaking her mind.

 

What does the word 'qualms' mean?

• To start or begin a new journey

• To divide or separate into parts

• Being cautious or careful about something

• Feelings of doubt, uneasiness, or hesitation

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

She gave him a menacing glower as he walked past.

 

What does the word 'glower' mean?

• Likely or inclined to do something

• To give a very angry or mean look

• To reach the highest or final point

• To treat someone as inferior

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

She was wary of accepting the job offer without thoroughly researching the company.

 

What does the word 'wary' mean?

• To give a very angry or mean look

• Being cautious or careful about something

• To treat someone as inferior

• Very fancy or decorative

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The project is expected to culminate in a spectacular final performance.

 

What does the word 'culminate' mean?

• Praising or recognizing someone for doing well

• To divide or separate into parts

• To reach the highest or final point

• To give a very angry or mean look

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C