Vocabulary • Ch 19 - The Giver • Context Clues

The atmosphere in the church was solemn as everyone mourned the loss of their beloved pastor.

 

What does the word 'solemn' mean?

• Being careful to avoid danger or mistakes

• Feeling very sad or miserable

• Very small in size

• Very serious and respectful

Parents play a crucial role in the nurture and development of their children.

 

What does the word 'nurture' mean?

• Hand or body movements that convey ideas

• To make sad sounds with tears

• To help something grow and develop

• Very small in size

The children were squirming in their seats during the long car ride.

 

What does the word 'squirming' mean?

• Understanding and feeling other people's emotions

• Moving around uncomfortably or restlessly

• A set of steps to follow

• Very sad or emotionally touching

The movie's ending was incredibly poignant, bringing tears to everyone's eyes.

 

What does the word 'poignant' mean?

• To cry or sob loudly and sadly

• Very sad or emotionally touching

• Making you feel uncomfortable or worried

• Moving around uncomfortably or restlessly

The mournful sound of a baby wailed throughout the night.

 

What does the word 'wailed' mean?

• To cry or sob loudly and sadly

• A set of steps to follow

• Understanding and feeling other people's emotions

• Very small in size