A Library Card for Emilio
Because of Winn Dixie
peculiar
 Something strange or unusual
 Example: It was peculiar that no one was carrying an
umbrella in the rain.
 Synonyms: bizarre, unusual, out of the ordinary
aware
 To know or realize something
 Example: I am aware that we will have a math test
on Friday, so I will study on Thursday.
 Antonyms: unaware, uninformed, oblivious
positive
 To be certain
 Example: We were positive that the tracks in the
snow could only have been made by a bear.
 Synonyms: certain, sure, confident
selecting
 Choosing, picking
 Example: The students were in charge of selecting a
team captain and team name.
consisted
 Made up of, contained, included
 Example: My busy weekend consisted of a picnic
with my family, a trip to the market, and bike ride to
the city.
advanced
 Something that is fully developed, a challenge
 Example: After playing for years, Josh signed up for
advanced tennis lessons.
 Synonyms: higher, difficult,
complex, superior