The mood was somber at the funeral of the former present.

The country cottage was just outside the quaint and picturesque town.

When he didn't understand the instructions, the student ask the teacher to clarify them.

The impudent boy was rude to the policeman.

Cold rain fell all day, making it a dismal

What does the word sparkled mean in the sentence below?

The bright dress sparkled in the sunlight.

What does the word boast mean in the sentence below?

Susie does boast about her good grades too much.

What does the word cart mean in the sentence below?

James had to cart all the books to the library.

What does the word adventure suggest?

The game we played was quite an adventure.

What does the word astonish mean in the sentence below?

We wanted to astonish the class with our special project.

What does the word chuckle mean in the sentence below?

My friends and I started to chuckle during the movie.

If a chat between two people becomes heated, the people are--

What does the underlined word mean?

Spencer had studied for hours. He felt prepared for the test.

Which meaning of the word positive is used in the sentence below?

I always try to be positive when I visit my grandmother. I want to make sure I don't make her feel sad.

No matter where you go, the Internet is following you. Almost every portable device is being made with an Internet connection. Most new TVs and many other appliances come with Internet connections as well. The Internet is truly ubiquitous.

Choose the answer that most closely matches the underline word in the sentence above.

Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your chances of winning!

In the above context, what does “rash” mean?

Some people are always bashing the president just like others bashed the one before him. Wouldn't you think that everyone could find something to praise him for, at least once in a while?

What does “bashing” mean in the above selection?

I believe that if you lower taxes so that people can keep more of the money they earn, it will be an incentive for them to work harder.

In the sentence above, what does the word "incentive" mean?

In the early 1600s, a dangerous trip across the Atlantic Ocean was a daunting idea. The Europeans, who would someday be known as the Pilgrims, must have been a very determined and brave group of settlers.

A daunting task is one that would _______ someone.

Christmas is a time when Dad reverts to his childhood. I really think he looks forward to Santa’s visit more than any other member of the family. Mom says that he’ll always be a child during this season.

What does “reverts” mean in the above passage?

Your cousin claimed to be late because the doors of his house were frozen shut. Even though I have my doubts, his explanation is plausible. It got really cold last night. I'll just have to take his word for it.

If a statement is plausible, __________.

When they heard the good news about the court’s decision, the angry crowd cheered and then began to disperse. “It looks like everyone is going home,” one reporter stated.

Which would be the opposite of “disperse”?

Mr. Huge was very proud of his auto superstore. “We have such an extensive selection of cars,” he said, “so everyone should find a vehicle that he or she will love!”

The word “extensive” means __________.

The news story was based on a letter that was a fabrication. Now the reporter who wrote the story is in big trouble. Will anyone believe him again?

A fabrication is __________.