Sawyer 7th grade Vocabulary

When the speaker took the stage, her words flowed effortlessly, each sentence more powerful than the last. Her eloquent speech left the audience in awe, as they hung on every word she said. It was clear that she had spent years honing her ability to express complex ideas with such grace and clarity. By the end, everyone in the room felt inspired and moved by her message.

• Loud and forceful

• Short and to the point

• Clear and expressive

• confused and unclear

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

Before making a decision, Jordan sat quietly by the window, taking time to ponder the consequences of his actions. He knew that choosing the right path was important, so he wanted to be sure he understood everything. His mind wandered through possible outcomes, weighing each option carefully.

• To act quickly

• to think about

• to forget

• to ignore

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

It was a fortuitous event when Lily found the last ticket to the concert she had been dreaming about attending. She knew they could be sold out! She had been standing in line for just a few minutes when someone handed her the ticket for free. It seemed like perfect timing.

• Unlucky

• Unexpectedly Lucky

• Exciting

• Ordinary

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

The villain in the story had a nefarious plan to steal the crown and take over the kingdom. He was known for his evil actions and cunning ways. Everyone in the kingdom feared his return.

• Genius

• Inspirational

• Planned out

• Evil

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Samantha had an inquisitive mind, always asking questions and seeking out answers. Whether it was about animals, the stars, or how things worked, she couldn’t help but explore the world around her.

• Inquisitive

• Shy

• Angry

• Narrow

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The small village was quaint, with cobblestone streets and cottages adorned with colorful flowers. As they toured the historic town, they admired how quaint the old church looked, its ancient stone walls and arched windows giving it a charming, old-world feel.

• Modern and New

• Outdated

• Charming

• Ordinary and Simple

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

The technology company is known for its innovative products that revolutionize the way we interact with electronics. From smartphones to virtual reality devices, their creations constantly push the boundaries of what’s possible in the tech world.

• Old-fashioned

• Simple and easy to understand

• Creative

• Ordinary

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

The hero of the novel seemed to embody all the traits of courage and honor, never backing down from a challenge. His actions and decisions were the very definition of integrity, and everyone admired how he embodied those values with every step.

• To represent

• To forget about

• Criticize or Judge

• To copy or imitate

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

The government decided to impose a new set of regulations that would affect businesses across the country. At the same time, they realized they had to impose more discipline within the team if they wanted to finish the project on time, requiring everyone to focus more intently.

• To ignore or overlook

• To suggest

• to place a restriction

• to free from control

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CCSS.L.5.5C

The artist continued to refine her painting, adding delicate details to bring out the depth and texture of the scene. She wasn't happy with the first version, and she knew the perfect technique to use.

• To Destroy or ruin

• to improve

• to create

• to abandon and leave behind

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CCSS.L.5.5C