Semester 2
Week 5
February 22, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
1. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
2. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Scrutinize—(verb) examine carefully for accuracy with the intent of
verification; to look at critically or searchingly, or in minute detail
Teachers scrutinize assignments that are turned in to them.
February 23, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
1. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
2. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Somber—(adj.) grave or even gloomy in character
Funerals are somber occasions.
February 24, 2015
Write out the necessary corrections for the following paragraph. There
are 5 mistakes.
There is two alarms set to wake me each morning. The other day i slept
throw them both. Me and my niece were almost late. That wasn’t a
good felling.
Week 4
February 16, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
3. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
4. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Resolute—(adj.) firm in purpose or belief; characterized by firmness
and determination
Most teachers are resolute in their decisions.
February 17, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
1. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
2. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Respite—(noun) a pause from doing something; a pause for relaxation
Many of us are looking forward to the respite spring break will give us
from school.
February 18, 2016
Write a short story beginning with the following sentence.
We have come to a resolution.
Week 3
February 8, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
3. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
4. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Quagmire—(noun) in a tough position; mired with difficulty
This has really put in me in a quagmire.
February 9, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
1. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
2. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Quip—(noun) witty remark; (verb) make jokes
I like to make quips.
February 10, 2016
Rewrite the following run-on sentence so that it is no longer a run-on.
I am definitely a dog person they are usually so friendly I love to play
with them but sometimes they are really annoying for instance my
parents’ dog, Rocky, barks loudly and jumps against the door whenever
anyone comes over.
Week 2
February 1, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
3. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
4. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Petulant—(adj.) easily irritated or annoyed
My nephew is very petulant when he doesn’t get his way.
February 2, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
1. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
2. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Premeditated—(adj.) characterized by deliberate purpose and some
degree of planning
The surprise birthday party was spontaneous rather than premeditated,
a fact that was demonstrated by the lack of cake and decorations.
February 3, 2016
Imagine….Ms. Dyche finally fulfilled her dream of diving in a shark cage.
Sadly, she died during the experience. Write a 4-5 sentence story about
how she died WITHOUT using the word “and.”
Week 1
January 25, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
3. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
4. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Obtuse—(adj.) lacking sharpness or intellectual ability
Some people like to tell jokes about obtuse blondes.
January 26, 2016
For the following word, do the following:
1. Write out the word, part of speech, and definition.
2. Use the word correctly in a sentence. Don’t use my example.
Opaque—(adj.) not clear; not transmitting or reflecting light or radiant
energy
It was hard to tell what was in the container since it was opaque.
January 27, 2016
Write a short story of at least 5 sentences containing the following
words.
Sweep
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Patience Lace