Name Date Class PRACTICE
The Crucible, Act 3
(page 957)
VOCABULARY
vile adj. evil; foul; repulsive; degrading
immaculate adj. unblemished; flawless; pure
contemplation n. the act of thinking about something
long and seriously
guile n. cunning; deceit; slyness
unperturbed adj. undisturbed; calm
EXERCISE A
Words in Context
Write the word from the word list that belongs in the blank in each sentence.
1. She made the decision to take a new job after weeks of careful _______________________ .
2. We walked away in disgust because of his _______________________ , abusive language.
3. The boy screamed in fear, but the girl sat quietly, apparently _______________________ .
4. Ed has never gotten a traffic ticket His driving record is _______________________ .
5. They thought she was honest and were deceived by her _______________________ .
EXERCISE B
Applying Meanings
Write the vocabulary word that answers each question.
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2. Pat is offered a job in another state, but she doesn’t want to
move again. What will Pat’s decision require?
__________________________________
3. An apartment in an abandoned building reeks with the odor
of rotting garbage. How would you describe the smell?
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4. The singer gives an impeccable and perfect concert. How might
critics describe her performance?
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EXERCISE C
Applying Meanings
Underline the correct ending for each open-ended sentence below.
1. Vile would be an appropriate description of
a. a vicious crime
b. a smiling child
c. a sunny day
2. A person who is unperturbed would probably also be
a. anxious
b. grief-stricken
c. relaxed
3. To use guile, a person would
a. sing and dance
c. cook and clean
EXERCISE D
b. cheat and lie
Responding to the Selection
On the back of this sheet, write a paragraph explaining to a director why you should be cast in the role of
Mary, Abigail, or Proctor. Use at least THREE of the vocabulary words in your explanation.
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American Literature, Unit 6, Theme 10
Selection Vocabulary Practice
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1. A bird lands on Ramon’s head, but Ramon ignores it and finishes
speaking. How would you describe Ramon?