Context Clues Vocabulary 3.0

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

The artist's house was full of (a)   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.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.6.4

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

As the spaceship took off, the (a)   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

,

(b) Communication or Expression

,

(c) Failure or Disappointment

,

(d) Mind or Thinking

• Sagacity

• Cunning

• Clandestine

• Begrudge

• Console

• Profound

• Incredulous

• Bade

• Vain

• Scoff

• Feign

• Audacity

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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.RI.9-10.10

CCSS.RL.8.10

CCSS.RL.9-10.10