Vocabulary • Ch 9 - Tuck Everlasting • Context Clues

The mechanic wheeled the cart into the garage.

 

What does the word 'wheeled' mean?

• In a serious and respectful way

• To vanish or not be seen or found

• Having or using wheels for movement

• Smiling with brightness and happiness

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

The summer heat was so intense that we decided to avoid broiling ourselves on the beach.

 

What does the word 'broiling' mean?

• Cooking something by direct exposure to heat

• Small insects that make chirping sounds

• Decorative strips used for wrapping or decorating

• A group of words with meaning

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

She showed great vimigor in her performance on stage.

 

What does the word 'vimigor' mean?

• A raised wall of dirt or rocks

• To have lots of energy and enthusiasm

• Small shining lights or sparkles

• Cooking something by direct exposure to heat

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

The room fell silent, and all that could be heard were the faint chirping of crickets outside.

 

What does the word 'crickets' mean?

• Not covered or dampened; loud and clear

• A raised wall of dirt or rocks

• Small insects that make chirping sounds

• To vanish or not be seen or found

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

The flood waters overflowed the embankment, causing widespread damage.

 

What does the word 'embankment' mean?

• Small shining lights or sparkles

• In a serious and respectful way

• A raised wall of dirt or rocks

• To have lots of energy and enthusiasm

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4