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

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

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

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

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