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Lesson #1
Word Play
1. Use the word ubiquitousin a sentence. Share it with a partner.
2. Describe someone who is the OPPOSITE of a sycophant.
3. Describe a time when you would want to use a diatribe.
4. Describe a pernicious exam.
5. Create a short dialogue. Include at least two non sequiturs.
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Lesson #2
Word Play
1. Name two things that were precursors to something else.
2. Describe someone who is the OPPOSITE ofnefarious.
3. Use the word impregnable in a sentence.
4. Describe a slipshodassignment.
5. Draw a picture of someone who is demure. OR write a sentence describing
someone who is demure.
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Lesson #3
Word Play
1. Describe a time when you would harangue someone.
2. Write a sentence about someone who does NOT have an affinity for playing
basketball.
3. Draw a picture of someone who is a coquette. OR write a sentence
describing someone who a coquette. (keep it school appropriate!)
4. Write two to three lines of a jingoistic speech.
5. What does an implacable teacher do?
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Lesson #4
Word Play
1. Write a sentence that bemoans having to take a test.
2. Draw a placid scene or describe a placid place.
3. Write a sentence using the word abhor.
4. Draw a picture of a talisman or describe a talisman.
5. Would a women’s rights advocate be considered a misogynist? Explain.
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Lesson #5
Word Play
1. Draw a picture of someone with a bovine expression on his/her face. Or,
write a sentence describing someone’s bovine expression.
2. Write a few sentences, small paragraph, or a dialogue in which one of the
characters exhibits a facetious attitude or tone.
3. Write a sentence or two describing the actions of a contrite person.
4. Make a list of people (from history, literature, pop culture, etc.) that would be
considered erudite.
5. Give an example of something that would be an anomaly.
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Lesson #6
Word Play
1. Draw a picture of someone experiencing noxious fumes. OR, write a
sentence about someone experiencing noxious fumes.
2. Use the word bilk in a sentence.
3. Draw a basket that is replete with apples.
4. Write a few sentences, small paragraph, or a dialogue in which one of the
characters uses the OPPOSITE of blasphemy in his/her speech.
5. What might one need to do to receive absolution for vandalizing school
property?
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Lesson #7
Word Play
1. Write a sentence describing a cantankerous person OR make a drawing or
quick comic strip that shows a cantankerous person.
2. When would it be appropriate to deride someone?
3. Describe the worst debacle you have experienced.
4. Would you have the temerity to walk up to the President of the United States
and tell him exactly what you think of him? (good or bad?) Explain why or why not!
5. Write about a time when a sense of ennui filled your soul.
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Lesson #8
Word Play
1. Write a sentence using the word abstain.
2. Would a haughty person approve of someone farting in class? Why or why not?
3. His team is losing 28-2. Would a tenacious basketball player walk off the court
in the middle of the game? Why or why not?
4. If you were a parent, would you acquiesce to a screaming toddler wanting a
new toy?
5. Write a sentence in which you lampoon Miss Kiel’s choice of clothing today.
(yes, she can take it.  )
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Lesson #9
Word Play
1. Write a brief dialogue in which one of your characters is a curmudgeon.
2. Draw a picture representing a sojourn.
3. How would a gregarious person behave at a party?
4. What would be the best way to augment your savings account?
5. Write a sentence using the word insidious.
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Lesson #10
Word Play
1. How might you engender courage in someone afraid to speak in front of
the class?
2. What nuances might tell you that someone is lying?
3. When might you need to be covert about something?
4. Name three renown actors. Why are they renown?
5. Write a short dialogue in which one character goes on a tangent.