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#LEVEL B, UNIT 3A VOCABULARY PRACTICE (due date: Friday, October 7)

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LEVEL B, UNIT 3A VOCABULARY PRACTICE

- Every answer will be found on the definitions page, so use the resource as a guide. -

DEFINITIONS

DIRECTIONS:
1. Identify the vocabulary word that matches the definition provided. (10 points)
*You may only put one word in each box for your answer.
*Each vocabulary word will only be used one time.
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a loafer, idler; a buzzing or humming sound; a remote-control device; a male bee; to make a buzzing sound; to speak in a dull tone of voice

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to burn slightly; a burn at the ends or edges

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a family of young animals, especially birds; any group having the same nature and origin; to think over in a worried, unhappy way

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to reach a high point of development; to end, climax

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vertical, straight; good, honest; in a vertical position

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the quality of giving off light, brightness, glitter

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cross, complaining, irritable; contrary

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a public speech for a formal occasion

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able to read and write; showing an excellent educational background; having knowledge or training

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to give in to a wish or desire, give oneself up to

PARTS OF SPEECH

DIRECTIONS:
1. Select the part of speech for each vocabulary word provided. (10 points)
*If there is more than one part of speech, select multiple options.
*If a secondary part of speech is not listed below (ex. participial), it does not need to be included.
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brood

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culminate

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drone

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indulge

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literate

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luster

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oration

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peevish

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singe

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upright

SYNONYMS

DIRECTIONS:
1. Select the word that means the SAME as the vocabulary word provided. (10 points)
*You may only select one option for your answer.
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singe

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indulge

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luster

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peevish

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literate

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upright

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brood

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oration

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culminate

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drone

ANTONYMS

DIRECTIONS:
1. Select the word that means the OPPOSITE of the vocabulary word provided. (7 points)
*You may only select one option for your answer.
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indulge

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culminate

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peevish

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drone

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literate

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luster

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upright

COMPLETING THE SENTENCES

DIRECTIONS:
1. Identify the vocabulary word that best completes the sentence provided. (10 points)
*You may only put one word in each box for your answer.
*Each vocabulary word will only be used one time.
*Look to see if the word requires a suffix to be added (example: -ed, -s, -es, -ing).
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Because of the wind, it was hard to keep the folding tables and chairs _____ .

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The candle flame _____ the edge of the curtain.

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She tried not to feel _____ about getting up at 4:00 AM to drive her mother-in-law to the airport.

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After a long hike, it is tempting to _____ in a big, hearty meal.

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Rather than _____ over losing the game, it is better to start preparing for the next season.

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Winston Churchill was admired for his moving _____ to the British public during World War II.

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Jenna's grandmother is _____ in three languages: Spanish, English, and Portuguese.

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The long, drawn-out jury trial _____ in a verdict of not guilty.

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When she polished the old silver platter, it shone with a gleaming _____ .

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Those who live next to a busy street or highway get used to the constant _____ of traffic.