Vocabulary • Ch 1.3 - I Am Malala • Context Clues

She sat down at the piano to compose a beautiful melody.

 

What does the word 'compose' mean?

• To create or put together something

• To scold or criticize someone harshly

• Someone who helps and guides you

• To move back from a previous position

The lengthy bureaucracy slowed down the process of obtaining a permit.

 

What does the word 'bureaucracy' mean?

• To make fun of someone or something

• To show something clearly and prove it

• To remember and honor something or someone

• A system of government with lots of rules

He was charged with blasphemy for making derogatory comments about religious figures.

 

What does the word 'blasphemy' mean?

• To think positively about the future

• To make someone angry or upset

• Disrespectful words or actions towards religion

• A funny imitation of something or someone

Every year, we gather to commemorate the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

 

What does the word 'commemorate' mean?

• To make someone angry or upset

• To remember and honor something or someone

• Disrespectful words or actions towards religion

• To show something clearly and prove it

They expressed their sincerest condolences to the grieving family.

 

What does the word 'condolence' mean?

• When someone or a business has no money

• Expressing sadness and sympathy for someone's loss

• To move back from a previous position

• To remember and honor something or someone