Vocabulary for “The Raven”
Definitions
Write the part of speech and definition for each of the following words:
1. balm
2. beguile/beguiling
3. countenance
4. decorum
5. discourse
6. entreat
7. laden
8. ominous
9. placid
10. radiant
11. wrought
Synonyms
For each of the vocabulary words, locate the line in “The Raven” that carries the word. Copy the line.
Below it write the same line but substitute a synonym of your choice for the vocabulary word. The
synonym must match the part of speech of the vocabulary word as used in the poem, and it must make
sense in context.
1. balm
2. beguile/beguiling
3. countenance
4. decorum
5. discourse
6. entreat
7. laden
8. ominous
9. placid
10. radiant
11. wrought
Sentences
Write a sentence of your own construction for each vocabulary word. Your sentence should
demonstrate that you understand the meaning of the word.
1. balm
2. beguile/beguiling
3. countenance
4. decorum
5. discourse
6. entreat
7. laden
8. ominous
9. placid
10. radiant
11. wrought