10th Vocab 5 FINAL

As the summer sun began to set, casting a warm glow over the park, I couldn't help but ​ (a)   the beauty of the scene before me. The peaceful atmosphere was a stark contrast to the (b)   I had witnessed earlier that day between two classmates arguing over a misunderstanding. Their heated exchange had made me feel (c)   about intervening, even though I wanted to help resolve their conflict. Thankfully, our teacher, known for her (d)   nature, stepped in to mediate the situation. As I reflected on the day's events, I couldn't ignore the (e)   between the tranquil park and the tension at school. It struck me how quickly emotions can change, much like the shifting colors of the sunset sky.

• rancor
• diffident
• clement
• disparity
• extol

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Despite the ​ (a)   calm in the classroom, the tension was palpable as we awaited the results of our group project. Our teacher, Mr. Thompson, was ​ (b)   about the importance of originality, often warning us against falling into the trap of ​ (c)   . He believed that every project should be an ​ (d)   , a masterpiece that reflected our unique perspectives and creativity. As the deadline approached, the​ (e)   march of time added to our anxiety, pushing us to work harder and think outside the box. In the end, our efforts paid off, and we delivered a presentation that was anything but ordinary, earning praise for its innovation and depth.

• ostensible
• adamant
• cliches
• opus
• inexorable

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

extreme hatred or ill will

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

unrelenting, unavoidable

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

to praise highly

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

merciful; lenient

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

A worn-out idea or overused expression

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Unyielding; firm in opinion

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Lacking in self-confidence; shy

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CCSS.L.3.2F

A creative work; usually dealing with music

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E