Context Clues Vocabulary 3.0

Using context clues, what vocabulary word will fit in this sentence?

The artist's house was full of ______ decorations, including a chandelier made of spoons and a couch shaped like a shoe, making it unlike any house I'd ever seen.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Using context clues, which vocabulary word would fit this sentence?

As the spaceship took off, the __________ crowd stood speechless, unable to comprehend what they were seeing with their own eyes.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which sentence uses the word vehemently correctly?

• The baby smiled vehemently as he snuggled in his warm blanket, looking completely peaceful and content.

• The students voiced their opinions vehemently during the meeting, showing how strongly they felt about the changes to their school policies.

• He held the bowstring vehemently, ready to release the arrow at any moment, demonstrating his skill and precision in archery.

• The artist worked vehemently on the details of his painting, spending hours perfecting every brushstroke to achieve the desired effect.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Categorize these vocabulary words.

Groups:

(a) Secrets or Deception

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(b) Communication or Expression

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(c) Failure or Disappointment

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(d) Mind or Thinking

• Begrudge

• Incredulous

• Bade

• Clandestine

• Feign

• Cunning

• Scoff

• Console

• Profound

• Sagacity

• Audacity

• Vain

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

In 100-150 words, write a funny story and use 5 vocabulary words not used on this assessment.

Success Criteria

5 Vocabulary Words

Used Correctly

Bonus: Make Mrs. Dury laugh!

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.10

CCSS.RI.8.10

CCSS.RL.7.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10