James had to _______ interest in his sister's 16th birthday party.  He could really care less about her birthday because he was waiting for his college acceptance letters to come that same day.

Kelly ______ scribbled in answers on the test as time was running out.  He hoped that C was at least some of the last few answers so he could get some credit

Sheena cried and screamed when the college acceptance letter arrived.  Her ________ could be heard down the block and many neighbors poked there heads out to see what the commotion was about.

The boss' _________ behavior led many employees to leave or quit.  They could not tolerate his boastful statements and admonitions that no one worked as hard as he did.

Mark always wanted to be a fashion designer.  He often modified his pants and shirts while he was in high school.  Many students considered this ________ behavior and made fun of him.  Now he owns his own fashion line and is a multi-millionaire

After running the mile in gym class, Jenna ________ walked to class, arriving two minutes after the bell.  She immediately collapsed into her seat.

Trump's ________ speeches often fired up his audience and made them willing to do whatever he spoke.  His energy and passion for his causes, while often vilified, only further inspired his supporters

An ant is a/an __________ speck when compared to the much larger world and event larger universe

The soldiers held a/an _______ for their fallen comrades when they returned home.  They stayed up all night around the caskets, offering one last tour of duty and brotherhood.

The scouts at the draft _________ to ESPN what they heard in the backroom about some of the trades that the Eagles planned to make.  Previously, these had only been rumors.

When they woke up, they found Jim still sitting by the __________ fire.  He had forgotten to dump the water on it and put it out.  Luckily, nothing had gotten out of control.

Esquire magazine recently put a/an ______ picture of Donald Glover on the cover.  In the picture he was wearing a light blue suit and well tailored pants - fitting the usual stylish trend that the magazine tries to sell.

Some people accuse people who are poor or struggling on their __________ attitude.  They claim that if they simply picked themselves up and got to work, they would no longer be poor.

The ________ microphone feedback reverberated loudly throughout the auditorium.  The band had to stop playing and most people had to cover their ears because the shrill noise was so grating.