Understanding Descriptive Words

What does it mean to be "adventurous"?

• Likes to try new and exciting things

• Avoids taking risks

• Always stays at home

• Is scared of changes

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

If someone is "confident", they are:

• Unsure of themselves

• Feeling sure about their abilities

• Often anxious in social situations

• Shy and quiet

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

A person who is "honest" will:

• Often tell lies

• Keep secrets from everyone

• Tell the truth and not cheat

• Try to deceive others

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

If someone is described as "sensitive", it means:

• They are good at solving difficult problems

• They have no feelings

• They are easily affected by others’ feelings or criticism

• They don’t care about others

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

A "stubborn" person:

• Is willing to change their mind easily

• Always agrees with others

• Refuses to change their opinion or actions

• Loves to listen to other people's advice

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

An "extrovert" is someone who:

• Prefers to be alone and quiet

• Enjoys socialising and being around people

• Is often shy in group settings

• Avoids parties and large gatherings

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

An "inventive" person:

• Often repeats what others do

• Comes up with creative and new ideas

• Sticks to traditional methods

• Prefers not to think outside the box

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does "shy" mean?

• Enjoys being the centre of attention

• Prefers quiet and avoids speaking in public

• Always likes meeting new people

• Being confident and outgoing

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

What does "absent-minded" mean?

• Always thinking and attentive

• Forgetful and distracted

• Assertive and confident

• Loud and noisy

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

If someone is "brainy," they are...

• Very smart

• Very talkative

• Extremely angry

• Dishonest

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6