Chapters 16-20 (Vocabulary Activity/Further Practice)

Imagine Aiden, James, and Scarlett are in a magical world. Suddenly, Aiden starts to glow and changes into a majestic dragon! This is an example of what word that means a transformation or dramatic change?

• A type of musical composition

• Metamorphosis

• A method of communication

• A mathematical formula

Arjun, Jackson, and Scarlett are on a quest to find a "sanctuary". Can you help them understand what a "sanctuary" is?

• A place where they can find medical assistance

• A historical monument they might encounter on their journey

• A sacred place; any place of safety they can rest

• A type of bird habitat they might come across

Olivia, Samuel, and Grace are planning a fun day out. If they decide to "splurge", what would they be doing?

• Saving money diligently for their future adventures

• Performing tasks quickly to have more fun time

• Acting in a reserved manner to avoid any mishaps

• Spending money freely or extravagantly on their day out

Avery found a mysterious old book in the attic. When he opened it, it revealed a secret map. Nora and Elijah were surprised. What does the word "revealed" imply in this context?

• To hide something from view

• To make known or show something that is surprising or that was previously secret

• To remain silent about an issue

• To cover up a mistake

Imagine Aria, Isla, and Daniel are in a spaceship, and they see an asteroid hurtling towards them! Can you tell us what "hurtling" means in this context?

• To walk slowly and carefully

• To rush violently; move with great speed

• To hesitate before taking action

• To throw something with force

Elijah, Arjun, and Benjamin are on a treasure hunt. They come across the term "shoals" on their map. Can you help them figure out what "shoals" refer to?

• A type of fish

• A place where a sea, river, or other body of water is shallow

• A group of people

• A musical instrument

Imagine William, Grace, and Luna are in a band. If William is playing the guitar, Grace is on the drums, and Luna is 'warbling', what is Luna doing?

• Walking in a zigzag manner across the stage

• Arguing loudly with the audience

• Singing or making sounds with quivering notes

• Whispering softly into the microphone

Mason, Daniel, and Ava were playing a game of word meanings. They stumbled upon the word "dissipated". Can you help them figure out what it means?

• Does it mean to gather together?

• Does it mean to become more intense?

• Does it mean to break up and scatter or vanish?

• Does it mean to clean thoroughly?

Imagine Liam, David, and Evelyn are playing a word game. Liam uses the word "keening". David and Evelyn are puzzled. Can you help them understand what "keening" means?

• To laugh uncontrollably

• To wail in grief for a dead person

• To look keenly or with eagerness

• To sharpen a blade

Imagine Jackson, Daniel, and Zoe are on an adventurous journey. They come across a path that doesn't go straight but twists and turns. What would you call this kind of path? What does it mean to "meander"?

• It means to stay still

• It means to follow a winding and turning course

• It means to run quickly

• It means to disappear suddenly