Leveled vocabulary development enriched course 4

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UNIT 1 Short Story

The Lady, or the Tiger? 1

The Most Dangerous Game 2

The Leap 3

The Cask of Amontillado 4

Blues Ain’t No Mockin Bird 5

The Interlopers 6

The Garden of Stubborn Cats 7

Rules of the Game 8

The Gift of the Magi 9

Liberty 10

Sweet Potato Pie 11

The Scarlet Ibis 12

The Bass, The River, and Sheila Mant 13

A Christmas Memory 14

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty 15

The Necklace 16

American History 17

Baker’s Bluejay Yarn 18

The Flat of the Land 19

The Son from America 20

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Only Daughter 22

A Brother’s Crime 23

from The Story of My Life 24

Escape from Afghanistan 25

A Case of Cruelty 26

from All God’s Children Need Traveling Shoes 27

Field Trip 28

The Solace of Open Spaces 29

Sayonara 30

from Into Thin Air 31

A New Generation of Americans 32

That One Man’s Profit is Another’s Loss 33

Daylight Saving 34

The American Cause 35

Thoughts on Fenway Park 36

Put Down the Backpack 37

UNIT 3 Poetry I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud 38

A Noiseless Patient Spider 39

The Peace of Wild Things 40

Haiku 41

How Things Work 42

“Hope” is the thing with feathers—and I’m Noboby! Who are you? 43

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The Tragedy of Romeo and Juliet, Act 2 51

The Bear 55

A Sunny Morning 56

Bye-Bye Brevoort 57

The Leader 58

Marty, Act 1 59

Marty, Act 2 60

Marty, Act 3 61

UNIT 5 Epic and Myth from the Odyssey, Part 1 62

from the Odyssey, Part 2 63

Over Hill and Under Hill from The Hobbit 66

Perseus 67

The Fenris Wolf 68

Vasilisa of the Golden Braid and Ivan the Pea 69

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He–y Come on Ou–t! 71

The Rule of Names 72

In Memoriam 73

The Golden Kite, the Silver Wind 74

The Mystery of Hunter’s Lodge 75

The Adventure of the President’s Half Disme 76

The Red-Headed League 77

The Stolen Cigar Case 78

Answer Key 79

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Vocabulary Development

The Lady, or the Tiger? FRANK R STOCKTON

Selection Vocabulary

impartial (im pär8 sh1l) adj not favoring one side more than another

emanate (em8 1 nAt9) v to come forth

dire (dIr) adj dreadful; terrible

fervent (fur8 v1nt) adj having or showing great intensity of feeling;

passionate

novel (nov8 1l) adj new and unusual

EXERCISE A Determining Meaning

For each sentence below, write the selection vocabulary word that best

completes the sentence

1 As the fi re spread, thick smoke began to from the

roof

2 After the hurricane winds died down, the old barn was in

shape

3 Julie was and didn’t care who won the game

4 Let’s not do the same old thing today Let’s do something

5 When I feel strongly about issues, I give them my

support

EXERCISE B Practice with Synonyms and Antonyms

On the line, write whether the pairs of words are synonyms (words with

nearly the same meanings) or antonyms (words with nearly opposite

meanings) Use a dictionary for help

EXERCISE C Responding to the Selection

On the back of this sheet, write an alternate ending to “The Lady, or the

Tiger?” using at least four of the selection vocabulary words

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The Most Dangerous Game RICHARD CONNELL

tangible (tan8 j1 b1l) adj capable of being touched or felt

discern (di surn8) v to detect or recognize, make out

condone (k1n dOn8) v to excuse or overlook an offense, usually a

serious one, without criticism

imperative (im per8 1 tiv) adj absolutely necessary

zealous (zel8 1s) adj very eager; enthusiastic

For each sentence below, write the selection vocabulary word that

belongs in the blank

1 The wound had healed so well that even the scar was hard to

2 She practices daily because she is about being a

5 If you want to be a concert pianist, practicing every day is

Draw a line to connect each vocabulary word in the center with its

synonym, or word with nearly the same meaning, to the left Then

connect the vocabulary word to its antonym, or word with nearly the

opposite meaning, to the right Use a dictionary for help

Synonym Vocabulary Antonym

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The Leap LOUISE ERDRICH

commemorate (k1 mem8 1 rAt9) v to preserve the memory of

extricate (eks8 tr1 kAt9) v to release from entanglement or diffi culty;

set free

constricting (k1n strickt8 ing) adj restricting; limiting

perpetually (p1r pech8 00 1l lE) adv constantly; unceasingly

tentative (ten8 t1 tiv) adj hesitant; uncertain

1 They built the memorial to the soldiers who died in

the war

2 The earth spins

3 Their dinner plans were John was not sure if he

would be able to get out of work on time

4 Tom thought that his mom’s list of rules was , and he

wanted more freedom

5 I caught a fi sh, but I decided to it back into the

water

EXERCISE B Responding to the Selection

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph describing how the narrator

feels about her mother, using four of the selection vocabulary words

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The Cask of Amontillado EDGAR ALLAN POE

preclude (pri kl00d8) v to prevent; make impossible

impunity (im pU8 n1 tE) n freedom from punishment, harm or bad

consequences

accost (1 kôst8) v to approach and speak to, especially in an aggressive

manner

explicit (eks plis8 it) adj defi nitely stated, clearly expressed

implore (im plôr8) v to ask earnestly; beg

1 The mayor made a statement proclaiming that the

sales tax rate would not be raised

2 My broken hand will my writing any letters this

week

3 I broke my mom’s favorite lamp I doubt that she will grant me

4 “I you to be nice to our house guests.”

5 It can be a little frightening when complete strangers

you on the street

EXERCISE B Classifying

Write the vocabulary word that best completes each group of related

words Use a dictionary for help

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Blues Ain’t No Mockin Bird TONI CADE BAMBARA

paperweight (pA8 p1r wAt9) n a heavy, often decorative object

traditionally used to hold down loose papers

campaign (kam pAn8) n a series of related actions with the purpose of

a specifi c goal, such as an election campaign

mortal (môrt8 1l) adj deadly

molasses (m1 las8 iz) n a thick, dark brown syrup created by boiling

down raw sugar

1 The dog had a wound on her abdomen He had to

rush her to the animal hospital immediately

2 The hefty piece of quartz worked well as a on my desk

3 Julia needed an ingredient like to sweeten her new

barbecue sauce

4 The presidential candidate enacted a year-long to

run for the highest offi ce in the country

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph expressing your opinion

about people’s right to privacy Use three of the selection vocabulary

words

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The Interlopers SAKI

acquiesce (ak9 wE es8) v to consent or agree to without protest

pious (pI8 1s) adj having either genuine or pretended religious

devotion

endeavor (en dev8 1r) n a serious or strenuous attempt to accomplish

something

languor (lang8 g1r) n weakness; fatigue

reconciliation (rek9 1n sil9 E A8 sh1n) n a settlement of a controversy or

disagreement

1 The illness left Jeremy practically immobile had

infi ltrated his body

2 The group of individuals held morning services

without fail

3 I barely had to beg them to help me paint the room They always

when the task is home improvement

4 The was painless Both sides agreed immediately to

forgive and forget

5 The Arctic explorers trekked countless miles in their

to map the territory

On the line, write whether the pairs of words are synonyms or

antonyms Use a dictionary for help

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The Garden of Stubborn Cats ITALO CALVINO

ordain (ôr dAn8) v to appoint; to establish

scrutinize (skr00t8 1n Iz) v to scan, inspect or examine

treacherous (trech8 1r 1s) adj marked by betrayal of fi delity, confi dence

or trust

degenerate (di jen8 1 rAt9 ; di jen8 1r it) v to decline or deteriorate

confi scate (kon8 ﬁ s kAt9) v to seize

In each space below, write the selection vocabulary word that best

1 His untrustworthy friend had a plot to tell all his

secrets

2 We will Justin as the committee chairperson

3 The police had to the car because it was abandoned

4 Did you that document carefully? No, I only glanced

itinerary (I tin8 1r er9 E) n.

scrimmage (skrin8 ij) n.

Use the context of the following sentences to determine the meaning of

each additional vocabulary word Circle the answer Use a dictionary

for help

1 Before the trip, we planned our entire itinerary.

A spontaneous events B schedule C unorganized list

2 The debate was so intense that it almost turned into a scrimmage.

A a friendly meeting B agreement C fi ght

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Rules of the Game AMY TAN

impart (im pärt8) v to make known; tell

relent (ri lent8) v to become less harsh or strict; to yield

adversary (ad8 v1r ser9 E) n an opponent or enemy

benevolently (b1 nev8 1 l1nt lE) adv kindly

malodorous (mal O8 d1r 1s) adv bad-smelling; stinky

1 The anonymous donor provided the school with ten

new computers

2 You have to on some issues Not everything can

possibly go your way

3 My grandmother often would words of advice

4 The stench emanated from the kitchen

5 Sheryl’s self-critic is her own worst She never

allows herself to take proper credit

EXERCISE B Understanding Analogies

Additional Vocabulary

shrieking (shrEk8 ing) v to release a shrill cry

intricate (in8 tri kit) adj complex; requiring great effort to solve or

complete

Complete the analogies below using the most appropriate additional

vocabulary words

1 Simple is to as straightforward is to elaborate.

2 Whispering is to as quiet is to blaring.

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The Gift of the Magi O HENRY

imputation (im9 py1 tA8 sh1n) n an accusation

parsimony (pär8 s1 mO9 nE) n stinginess

depreciate (di prE8 shE At9) v to lessen the price or value of

prudence (pr00d8 1ns) n caution, good judgment

EXERCISE A Applying Meaning

Write the vocabulary word that answers each question

1 Mark wears galoshes and carries an umbrella when rain is predicted

What do his actions show?

2 Ted always tries to get out of paying his share when he goes to the

movies What does his behavior show?

3 Nora said that she knew that Kate had told a lie What kind of

statement did Nora make?

4 Harry’s dog chewed up his baseball card collection What did this do

to the value of the baseball cards?

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph explaining why O Henry

calls Della and Jim “wise,” using three of the selection vocabulary

words

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Liberty JULIA ALVAREZ

hyperactive (hI9 p1r ak8 tiv) adj overly energetic; very lively

distracted (dis trackt8 1d) adj unable to pay attention; agitated

putrid (pU8 trid) adj very nasty; disgusting

admonition (ad9 m1 nish8 1n) n cautionary advice; warning

inconsolable (in k1n sO8 l1 b1l) adj heart-broken; impossible to comfort

1 The little boy seemed as he ran wild in the park

2 Jane ignored her father’s about the party and went

anyway

3 The bad news made him too to concentrate on

the test

4 After the loss of her puppy, she was

5 The rotten food in the fridge was

EXERCISE B Practice with Synonyms

Write the vocabulary word that fi ts in the blank in the sentence and is a

synonym for the word in bold type

1 The smell from the rotten and garbage was

unbearable

2 I felt sorry for the little boy who was , or devastated,

that the amusement park was closed

3 Janice was sidetracked, or , by the commotion that

was going on outside the window

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Sweet Potato Pie EUGENIA COLLIER

collective (k1 lek8 tiv) adj having to do with a group of persons or

things; common; shared

antiquity (an tik8 w1 tE) n an ancient time or times

ubiquitous (U bik8 w1 t1s) adj seeming to be everywhere at once

futilely (fU8 til ly) adv uselessly; vainly; hopelessly

apex (A peks) n the highest point; climax

1 At the mountain’s , the clouds were beautiful

2 Carlos has an interest in and collects all sorts of rare

and archaic objects

3 The rain was and followed us for the entire trip

4 At 5:15, I began rushing to the meeting that had

started at 5:00

5 The boys could not reach a decision on where to

build the fort

EXERCISE B Practice with Antonyms

Draw a line to connect each vocabulary word with its antonym, or word

with nearly the opposite meaning Use a dictionary for help

On the back of this sheet, explain why you think Eugenia Collier named

her short story “Sweet Potato Pie.” Use four of the selection vocabulary

words in your explanation

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The Scarlet Ibis JAMES HURST

careen (k1 rEn8) v to tilt or sway while moving, as if out of control

serene (s1 rEn8) adj calm; peaceful; undisturbed

blighted (blIt ed) adj damaged or spoiled

reiterate (rE it8 1 rAt9) v to say again or do again; repeat

precariously (pri kAr8 E 1s ly) adv dangerously; insecurely

1 Watching the sunrise at the lake was

2 John drove We were all scared to be in the car

with him

3 The teacher kept trying to how important it was for

us to learn algebra

4 My homework was when I spilled milk on it

5 We saw the car wildly through traffi c as the police

chased it

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph describing your feelings

about Doodle Use four of the selection vocabulary words

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The Bass, the River, and Sheila Mant W D WETHERELL

pensive (pen8 siv) adj thinking deeply, often sadly

dubious (d008 bE 1s) adj skeptical; feeling doubt

surreptitiously (sur9 1p tish8 1s9 lE) adv secretly or slyly

inhibition (in9 i bish8 1n) n a restraint on one’s natural impulses

lithe (lIth) adj limber; bending easily

Draw a line to connect each vocabulary word to the phrase that has

almost the same meaning Use a dictionary for help

1 lithe thoughtful and melancholy

2 surreptitiously craftily and clandestinely

3 dubious supple and nimble

4 pensive blockage and suppression

5 inhibition doubtful and suspicious

Think of a time when you idealized someone and then came to realize

his or her own unique humanity and failings On the back of this sheet,

write a paragraph about your experience using at four of the selection

vocabulary words

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A Christmas Memory TRUMAN CAPOTE

inaugurate (in ô8 gy1 rAt9) v to make a formal beginning

conspiracy (k1n spir8 1 sE) n the act of secretly planning together

potent (pOt8 1nt) adj having or exercising force, power or authority;

strong and powerful

muse (mUz) v to think or refl ect, especially in an idle, dreamy manner

1 When will they the new president so she can assume

the duties of offi ce?

2 My grandfather was a man He was the president of

his own company

3 The scent of chocolate chip cookies makes me about

good times with my grandma

4 The was well planned and involved a number of

suffuse (s1 fUz8) v to spread over something

dilapidated (di lap8 1 dA tid) adj in a state of disrepair or partial decay

Write a brief description of one of the following: (a) an antique found in

an old house or (b) a mysterious man who lives on the outskirts of town

Use all three additional vocabulary words

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The Secret Life of Walter Mitty JAMES THURBER

distraught (dis trôt8) adj very upset; confused

haggard (hag8 1rd) adj having a worn and tired look

craven (krA8 v1n) adj extremely cowardly

pandemonium (pan9 d1 mO8 nE 1m) n wild uproar

disdainful (dis dAn8 f1l) adj showing scorn for something or someone

regarded as unworthy

Write the selection vocabulary word that answers each question

1 Which word might describe someone who has not slept for many

days?

2 Which word might describe someone who is extremely fearful?

3 Which word identifi es a situation in which a crowd is out of control?

4 Which word might describe someone who has experienced an

unexpected loss?

5 Which word might describe a person’s attitude toward something she

does not like?

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph recommending “The Secret

Life of Walter Mitty” to a friend Use four of the selection vocabulary

words

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The Necklace GUY DE MAUPASSANT

incessantly (in ses8 1nt lE) adv endlessly; constantly

disconsolate (dis kon8 s1 lit) adj so unhappy that nothing can comfort;

hopeless and depressed

aghast (1 gast8) adj fi lled with fear, horror or amazement

gamut (gam8 1t) n the entire range or series of something

privation (prI vA8 sh1n) n the lack of the comforts or basic necessities

of life

EXERCISE A Classifying

Write the vocabulary word that best completes each group of related

words Use a dictionary for help

1 sad, anguished, upset,

2 perpetually, continually, unceasingly,

3 surprised, astonished, horrifi ed,

4 hardship, deprivation, poverty,

5 range, scale, scope,

On the back of this sheet, write a different ending to “The Necklace.”

Use four of the selection vocabulary words

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American History JUDITH ORTIZ COFER

profound (pr1 found8) adj signifi cant; deep; intense

discreet (dis krEt8) adj showing good judgment; cautious

vigilant (vij8 1 l1nt) adj alert and watchful for danger

enthrall (en thrôl8) v to hold spellbound; fascinate

elation (i lA8 sh1n) n a feeling of great joy; ecstasy

In each space, write the selection vocabulary word implied by the

content of the sentence

1 One must be when making big decisions

2 Upon hearing that they had won the fundraising contest, the

3 The scientist’s discovery changed our view of

the world

4 The guard was It was his job to look out for intruders

5 “The following movie will you for its entire

ninety-minute length.”

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph describing a signifi cant

historical event that has occurred during your lifetime Write about how

you reacted to this event Use four of the selection vocabulary words

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Baker’s Bluejay Yarn MARK TWAIN

commonplace (kom8 1n plAs9) adj ordinary; not original or interesting

principle (prin8 s1 p1l) n a basic law, truth, or belief

signify (sig8 n1 fI9) v to represent or mean; to indicate

gratifi cation (grat8 1 ﬁ kA8 shen) n the condition of being pleased or

satisfi ed

absurdity (ab sur8 d1 tE) n something that is ridiculous; a piece of

nonsense

Write the vocabulary word that could replace the word or phrase in bold

type in each sentence

1 A white fl ag will indicate surrender

2 What silliness! I can’t believe they have a juggler at the opening of the

art museum

3 I fi nd fulfi llment in helping the homeless at the local soup kitchen

4 The main rule of the organization is that education is the key to social

change

5 Flying across the country is not unusual today Seventy years ago, it

was out of the ordinary

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph comparing and contrasting

“Baker’s Bluejay Yarn” with a story or movie that features people talking

to animals Use four of the selection vocabulary words

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belittle (bi lit8 1l) v to cause to seem less important; to scorn

fl uidity (ﬂ 008 id 1 tE) n the ability, as of a liquid, to fl ow and change

shape

1 The fallen rocks blocked traffi c They formed a(n)

wall

2 Add water to the paint to increase its

3 I can’t describe her From far away her features were

4 Be proud of yourself Never your talents and

accomplishments

nearly the same meaning) or antonyms (words with nearly opposite

meanings) Use a dictionary for help

1 belittle, glorify

2 indiscernible, invisible

3 fl uidity, solidity

4 impenetrable, porous

On the back of this sheet, write four questions you would like to

ask Diana García about “The Flat of the Land.” Use three selection

vocabulary words

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The Son from America ISAAC BASHEVIS SINGER

mock (mok) v to make fun of or ridicule

contour (kon8 toor) n outline or general shape

benediction (ben9 1 dik8 sh1n) n short prayer used as a blessing

bestow (bi stO8) v to give as a gift

tread (tred) n step or footstep

EXERCISE A Understanding Word Origins

Write each selection vocabulary word on the line beside its appropriate

word origin Use a dictionary for help

1 This word’s origin is the Old English word “tredan.”

2 This word comes from the Latin word meaning “to speak well of.”

3 This word’s origin is a French word meaning “circumference.”

4 This word’s root comes from the Old English word for “a place.”

5 This word comes from a Middle French word meaning “jeer.”

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph describing why Samuel’s

parents were so content in their village despite the diffi cult conditions

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imposing (im pOz8 ing) adj impressive in appearance or manner

exhilarated (ig zil8 1 rAt9 1d) adj cheerful, lively or excited

irreverent (i rev8 1r 1nt) adj showing a lack of proper respect

1 It is considered to sleep during class

2 The cathedral was and held a position of great

importance on the village square

3 Although Peter thought he was her , Laura preferred

to talk with Jill instead

4 Hitting a grand slam home run made Bode feel

EXERCISE B Understanding Word Origins

futility (fU til8 1 tE) n.

expediency (iks pE8 dE 1n sE) n.

eloquence (el8 1 kw1ns) n.

Dictionaries list a word’s origin, or history Use a dictionary to match

each additional vocabulary word with its appropriate word origins

Write your answer in the space provided

1 This word’s root comes from a Latin word meaning “useful.”

2 This word’s origin comes from a Latin word meaning “worthless.”

3 This word’s origin comes from a Latin word meaning “speak out.”

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph describing your reaction

to Uchida’s story Use three of the selection and additional vocabulary

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Only Daughter SANDRA CISNEROS

anthology (an thol8 1 jE) n a collection of written works, such as

poems, stories or essays, in a single book or set

retrospect (ret8 r1 spekt9) n the act of looking back or thinking about

the past

embroider (em broi8 d1r) v to make a story more interesting with

imaginary details or exaggerations

nostalgia (nos tal8 j1) n a sentimental longing for the past

fulfi ll (fool ﬁ l8) v to measure up to or satisfy; to bring to pass or make real

1 The elderly man felt for the days long ago when he

raced horses

2 The storyteller tried to his tale so it would captivate

his uninterested audience

3 In , I should have gone to the baseball game instead

of sitting at home

4 Darcy was confi dent that she would one day all her

goals

5 When we opened the , we were proud to see Logan’s

poem printed next to the work of professional writers

Write the selection vocabulary word that best completes each group of

related words Use a dictionary for help

1 embellish, adorn, enhance,

2 implement, comply, realize,

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A Brother’s Crime JAMES CROSS GIBLIN

premonition (prE9 m1 nish8 1n) n anticipation of an event without

outside warning or reason

intimation (in tim8 A9 sh1n) n suggestion or hint

calamity (k1 lam8 1 tE) n a disastrous event

perpetrator (pur8 p1 trAt9 ôr) n one who commits a crime or other

similar act

incriminating (in krim8 1 nAt9 ing) adj showing involvement in a crime

1 The cash in the suspect’s coat pocket was considered to be

evidence in the case

2 The cat started acting strangely right before the tornado touched

3 Police began looking for the as soon as Jorge

reported the robbery

4 Shawn interpreted the tap on the shoulder as an

that Erika wanted to leave the party

5 The king declared the fl ood a of monstrous

proportions

nearly the same meanings) or antonyms (words with nearly opposite

EXERCISE C Applying Meaning

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph responding to this selection

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from The Story of My Life HELEN KELLER

traverse (trav8 1rs) v to pass across or through

symmetrical (si met8 ri k1l) adj exactly agreeing in size, form and

arrangement on both sides of something

verbatim (v1r bA8 tim) adv word for word; in exactly the same words

augment (ôg ment8) v to become greater; increase

1 The reporter recorded the interview, but failed to quote his subject’s

2 We have to a steep canyon on our journey to this

evening’s campground

3 We need to the solution’s saline content to complete

the science experiment

4 She designed the building to have a exterior but an

asymmetrical interior

tangible (tan8 j1 b1l) adj palpable

consciousness (kon8 sh1s nis) n the state of being aware

amenities (1 men8 1 tEs) n something conducive to comfort

Draw a line to connect each additional vocabulary word to the group of

words associated with it Use a dictionary for help

1 tangible A awareness, perception, realization

2 consciousness B concrete, touchable, corporeal

3 amenities C facilities, services, offerings

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Escape from Afghanistan FARAH AHMEDI

quandary (kwon8 d1r E) n state of indecision or doubt

surge (surj) v to move suddenly in a wave

pervade (p1r vAd8) v to go through or fi ll every part of

stoke (stOk) v to stir up; to cause to increase

chide (chId) v to express disapproval

1 We expect the candidate’s speech to enthusiasm for

next week’s election

2 When the starting pistol goes off, sprinters will forward

3 Howard’s confession left me in a : should I stay his

friend, even though he had lied to me?

4 Every morning, the smells of fresh bread and pastries

the air around the bakery

5 Ali expected the coach to her for missing a free throw

EXERCISE B Applying Meaning

entailed (en tAld8) v to impose or require as a consequence; involve

jostling (jos8 1l ing) v bumping, pushing, or shoving roughly

clamber (klam8 b1r) v to climb by using both hands and feet, especially

awkwardly

Write the additional vocabulary word that could replace the word in

bold type

1 The hikers plan to scramble up the mountain at noon

2 Completing the puzzle required looking at all of the pieces carefully

and fi nishing the border fi rst

3 People were elbowing each other accidently in the Christmas crowd

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph explaining why you think

Ahmedi and her mother wanted to leave Afghanistan Use four of the

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A Case of Cruelty JAMES HERRIOT

callousness (kal8 1s n1s) n state or attitude of feeling no emotion

or sympathy

adamant (ad8 1 m1nt) adj rigidly determined

transcend (tran send8) v to go beyond

diligent (dil8 1 j1nt) adj steady, responsible

placidly (plas8 id lE) adv calmly, serenely

1 I studied for the chemistry exam in a fashion

2 Our coach was that we train and practice in time for

the state meet

3 A person who behaves cruelly behaves with

4 The water lapped against the banks , lulling me to

sleep with its sounds

5 We will even this unbelievable diffi culty of losing

our house to the fi re

mystifi ed (mis8 t1 fId) adj bewildered

remonstrances (ri mon8 str1ns 1ns) n protests

stupefying (stoo8 p1 fI ing) adj deadening to the senses

Write the additional vocabulary word that best completes each group of

related words Use a dictionary for help

1 dissents, complaints, disputes,

2 baffl ed, perplexed, bamboozled,

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pang (pang) n a sudden sharp feeling of pain or distress

suffuse (s1 fUz8) v to spread through or over

impervious (im pur8 vE 1s) adj incapable of being passed through;

affected or disturbed

reverberate (ri vur8 b1 rAt9) v to echo; resound

Identify the selection vocabulary term that best completes each sentence

1 The sound of screeching tires would through the

streets every time the motorcycle passed through town

2 The of people was quite diverse—they must have

come from all over the world

3 He was quite the child, hardly ever expressing

interest in the lives around him

4 Please the food over three or four days; we do not

have much to spare

5 I felt a in my right shoulder and was nearly stopped

in my tracks

EXERCISE B Understanding Word Origins

Match each selection vocabulary word below with its origins Use a

dictionary for help

1 reverberate A from a Latin word meaning “to pour beneath”

2 suffuse B from a Latin word meaning “to strike back”

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph responding to this selection

Use three of the selection vocabulary words

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Field Trip NAOMI SHIHAB NYE

severance (sev8 1r 1ns) n the act of cutting off or apart

tediously (tE8 dE 1s lE) adj in a bored and tiresome manner; dully

excruciating (iks kr008 shE A9 ting) adj agonizing; intensely painful

parched (pärchd) adj severely dry

console (kon8 sOl) v to comfort or cheer someone experiencing sorrow

or disappointment

1 After the two-day hike through the desert, the campers were

thoroughly

2 He performed his job duties because he would

rather play basketball all summer

3 We tried to our grandmother at her friend’s funeral,

but she felt depressed anyway

4 She got a generous package when she was laid off

from work

5 When I dislocated my shoulder playing football, the pain was

fragility (fr1 jil8 1 tE) n the state of being easily damaged or broken

confi ded (k1n fId8 1d) v to tell something secret to somebody

unwittingly (un wit8 ing lE) adv unknowingly; unintentionally

Write the additional vocabulary word that could replace the word or

phrase in bold type in each sentence

1 Carl took the wrong subway train inadvertently Luckily, he realized

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The Solace of Open Spaces GRETEL EHRLICH

replenish (ri plen8 ish) v to fi ll, supply or build up again

affl uence (af8 l00 1ns) n wealth; abundance of property

haphazard (hap9 haz8 1rd) adj marked by randomness; lacking a plan

or order

fugitive (fU j1 tiv) adj intending fl ight; running away or fl eeing

1 Her clothes were in the drawer because she planned

to arrange them after the rest of her boxes were unpacked

2 His family came from ; his parents owned many

desolate (des8 1 lit) adj empty; bare; grim; alone

disorienting (dis ôr8 i ent9 ing) adj confused by misleading information

Write the vocabulary word that is most similar in meaning to each group

of words

1 alone, empty,

2 confusing distracting,

On the back of this sheet, using four of the selection and additional

vocabulary words, write an essay comparing and contrasting two places

that are important to you

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Sayonara ANNE MORROW LINDBERGH

conglomerate (k1n glom8 1 rAt9) adj made up of separate parts

collected together as one

wares (wArs) n goods for sale

unintelligible (un9 in tel8 1 j1 b1l) adj not able to be understood

bravado (br1 vä8 dO) n pretended courage or confi dence

1 At the art fair, local artists and craftspeople try to sell their

2 Before the debate tournament, the nervous student spoke to her

3 I had not mastered French before traveling to France Therefore, to me,

4 The small telephone companies united to form one large

company

On the back of this sheet, use four selection vocabulary words to write

a brief essay describing your thoughts about saying goodbye In your

essay, compare your ideas to those of Anne Morrow Lindbergh in

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from Into Thin Air JON KRAKAUER

tenuously (ten8 U 1s lE) adv uncertainly; shakily

exacerbate (ig zas8 1r bAt9) v to make worse, more violent, or more bitter

invincible (in vin8 s1 b1l) adj not able to be beaten or overcome

terrain (t1 rAn8) n the physical features of the land

detachment (di tach8 m1nt) n indifference; a state of being apart from

1 The marathon runner examined the before the race

began

2 Ending the season undefeated, the baseball players felt

3 He walked across the unstable bridge

4 The lack of treatment will only her illness

5 Her from the problem was resented by the members

of the group

EXERCISE B Practice with Synonyms

mementos (mi men8 tOs) n souvenirs

cognizant (kog8 n1 z1nt) adj aware

pugnacious (pug nA8 sh1s) adj not easy to get along with

fl ummoxed (ﬂ um8 1kst) adj confused

lucidity (l008 sid 1 tE) n mental clarity

Draw a line to connect each vocabulary word with its synonym, or word

with nearly the same meaning Use a dictionary for help

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph summarizing what you

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A New Generation of Americans JOHN F KENNEDY

venture (ven8 ch1r) n an undertaking involving chance, risk or danger

adversary (ad8 v1r ser9 E) n enemy; one who opposes or resists

negotiate (ni gO8 shE At9) v to discuss or compromise

eradicate (i rad8 1 kAt9) v to get rid of completely

testimony (tes8 t1 mO9 nE) n a solemn declaration

1 She is a devoted friend outside the courtroom, but when I have

argued against her in a trial, she has been a fi erce

2 Do you think that the world will ever tuberculosis?

3 In his , the defendant claimed that he was innocent

4 This business may be profi table in the future, but

right now, no one can tell whether it will pay off

5 Let’s a new plan for assigning the household chores

EXERCISE B Understanding Analogies

Complete each analogy below with an additional vocabulary word Use

a dictionary for help

1 Invective is to diatribe as salve is to

A irritate B balm C attack

2 Belaboring is to repeating as grandiose is to

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That One Man’s Profi t is Another’s Loss MICHEL DE MONTAIGNE

condemn (k1n dem8) v to declare to be wrong; to pronounce guilty

extravagance (iks trav8 1 g1ns) n something that exceeds the limits of

reason or necessity

contention (k1n ten8 sh1n) n a point advanced in a debate or argument

vice (vIs) n a moral fault or failing

nourish (nur8 ish) v to feed; to promote the growth of

1 She stood by her that her answer was correct

2 The organization worked to help and feed starving

animals

3 The city council decided to formally the mayor’s

new park rules, which the council disapproved of

4 The queen lived a life of luxury and

5 An undesirable character may also be called a

Write the vocabulary word that could replace the word or phrase in bold

type in each sentence

1 Visiting museums and other cultural centers can feed the mind

2 During the debate, her point was that building a new library would

cost more than the town can currently afford

3 The sooner you recognize your fl aw, the sooner you can begin

working to correct it

4 He saved money for years so he could pay for the luxury of taking

time off from work to travel the world

On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph responding to an element of

Montaigne’s philosophy Use four selection vocabulary words

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Daylight Saving BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

augment (ôg ment8) v to make greater, larger or more intense;

to increase

negligent (neg8 li j1nt) adj carelessly inattentive or lazy

subsequent (sub8 s1 kw1nt) adj following in time, order or place

obstinately (ob8 st1 nit lE) adv stubbornly; in spite of reason or persuasion

prudent (pr00d8 1nt) adj showing wisdom and good judgment

1 It is to leave home without making sure pets have

4 She refused to listen to my arguments, determined

to stick with her original position

5 In the days to the storm, the town rebuilt the broken

fence

EXERCISE B Determining Meaning

utility (U til8 1 tE) n condition of being useful

afforded (1 fôrd8 1d) v made available

economy (i kon8 1 mE) n careful management of resources; thrift

In each space below, write the additional vocabulary word that best

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