Olivia and Benjamin are reading a thrilling adventure story. Suddenly, they come across the word "peril." What does "peril" mean?

During a class discussion, Arjun says, "This homework is my Achilles' heel," but doesn't explain further. What does the word "allusion" mean in this context?

Luna and Harper are sorting through a box filled with all sorts of items—books, toys, and even a rubber duck! Which word best describes this collection of "various" or "miscellaneous" things?

During a class discussion, Ava asked, "What is 'Scurvy'?" Can you help her out?

Abigail and Aiden are searching for a new place to call home. Which word below means "dwelling place" or "residence"—the perfect spot for them to settle in?

Grace and William are discussing the meaning of the word "adversity". Can you help them figure out what it means?

Noah and Nora are having a snowball fight, but suddenly the storm starts to relent. What does "relent" mean in this situation?

Zoe and Aiden are having a debate. Zoe says something is "inevitable." What does "inevitable" mean?

Lily was loath to join the dance competition, even though Aria and Abigail were excited. What does "loath" mean?

During a tricky classroom debate, Anika answered a tough question shrewdly. How did she respond?

During a lively classroom discussion, Rohan asked, "What does the archaic word 'fain' mean?" Can you help Benjamin and Hannah choose the correct answer?

Michael, Liam, and Benjamin are playing a word game. Which word best describes something that simply cannot be avoided, no matter what they do?

Emma is "loath" to join the school play, even though her friends are excited. What does it mean if someone is "loath" to do something?

During English class, Ava winks at Jackson and says, "Nice job, Einstein!" What is Ava doing when she makes this kind of "allusion"?

Oliver, Abigail, and Jackson are dreaming of adventures! If one of them wants to become a "mariner," where would you most likely find them?

Charlotte and Ethan are cleaning out their classroom and find a box labeled "Sundry Items." What would they most likely find inside?

Aria and Arjun are facing "adversity" at school. What are they dealing with?

Imagine Avery and Oliver are in a tricky situation at school. To act "shrewdly" in this scenario means to behave:

Mason and Zoe are reading about old-timey words. They stumble upon the word "scurvy." What kind of person would have been called "scurvy" back in the day?