Name: __________________________
Teacher: __________________________
Course:__________ Section: ________
Date: Week 10-11
Multicultural Literature - “A Raisin in the Sun”
PACW – Vocabulary Set 3 –Form A
Vocabulary Goal: All students will be able to expand their verbal and written vocabulary
by 150+ words over the course of their freshmen year.
To reach this goal, you must use your new vocabulary words!
Word: AMIABLE
Part of Speech: adj
Connotation: positive
Other forms: amiably (adverb)
Synonyms or Examples:
Definition:
Antonyms or Non-Examples:
Notes on appropriate usage:
Use in a sentence:
Use this to describe a person’s demeanor
Word: FACETIOUS
Part of Speech: adjective
Connotation: negative
Other forms: facetiousness (noun)
Synonyms or Examples:
Definition:
Antonyms or Non-Examples:
Notes on appropriate usage:
Use in a sentence:
Though being facetious is not a positive way to describe
someone’s words, it is more playful than harmful
Word: FORLORN
Synonyms or Examples:
Part of Speech: adj
Connotation: negative
Other forms: forlornly (adv)
Definition:
Antonyms or Non-Examples:
Notes on appropriate usage:
Use in a sentence:
This word describes people more often than situations
or events
Word: JUBILANT
Synonyms or Examples:
Part of Speech: adjective
Connotation: postive
Other forms: jubilantly (adv), jubilance (n)
Definition:
Antonyms or Non-Examples:
Notes on appropriate usage:
Use in a sentence:
Usually used to describe a person’s behavior or an event
Word: PROFOUND
Synonyms or Examples:
Part of Speech: adj
Connotation: positive
Other forms: profoundly (adv)
Definition:
Antonyms or Non-Examples:
1.
2.
Notes on appropriate usage:
Use in a sentence:
Either definition shows that this word’s intensity as
something described as profound is serious and deeply
moving
Synonyms or Examples:
Word: QUIZZICAL
Part of Speech: adj
Connotation: usually positive
Other forms: quizzically (adv)
Definition:
Antonyms or Non-Examples:
Notes on appropriate usage:
Use in a sentence:
This can be used when seriously confused but more
often refers to playfully acting confused.
Vocab Practice 1
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Explain using vocab
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Explain using vocab
Vocab Practice 2 - Complete by choosing the best word for the blank. CHANGE THE FORM IF NEEDED.
amiable
1.
facetious
forlorn
jubilant
profound
quizzical
The holiday party was filled ______________________________ as the guests enjoyed music, dancing, and their favorite
holiday treats.
2. The paintings of the famous artists, like Michelangelo and DaVinci, have __________________________ affectedly Alex’s
study of art. She has pursued a career as an artist because of studying their work.
3. The “Walking Dead” follows the lost and _____________________ group of survivors, constantly attempting to escape
the danger of the zombie walkers.
4. To annoy her brother, Sarah pretended to be confused about his directions, responding _______________________ to his
directions of what chores she was supposed to complete while he was in charge at home.
5. Once the group understood the requirements of their service trip, the students responded ______________________,
working cooperatively with the members of the community to rebuild a house after Hurricane Katrina.
6. With his sarcastic sense of humor, James made it difficult to know if he is serious or just _________________________.
Vocab Practice 3 - For each sentence, circle “yes” or “no” to convey if the vocab is used correctly, then explain.
1.
The model walked emotionlessly down the runway, expressing the jubilant atmosphere of the fashion show.
Yes/No
Explanation:
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2. When given the chance to work in groups, the most amiable partners will be able to avoid demerits.
Yes/No
Explanation:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
3. After news of a Saturday school requirement for juniors preparing for the ACT, Jonah raised a quizzical eyebrow.
Yes/No
Explanation:
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
4. Anna’s new book offer profound insights into the true nature of human courage with their stories of triumph.
Yes/No
Explanation:
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5. Tim took everything in life seriously, speaking only with a facetious tone when expressing his feelings on a topic.
Yes/No
Explanation:
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6. The forlorn child was directed to the Family Lost and Found location at the mall when he lost his mother.
Yes/No
Explanation:
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Vocab Practice 4 – Develop a word map for 5 of the 6 of this week’s vocabulary words. An example
is provided to aid you in creating word maps.
Vocab Practice 5
Overheard Conversations: Imagine that you are walking along the street or riding home in the evening, overhearing different conversations.
Write 3 brief conversations (2-3 statements per conversation) in which each person speaking uses our vocabulary words.
Vocabulary Words:
Vocabulary Words:
Vocabulary Words:
Vocabulary in Action - Extra Credit Opportunity!
If you find one of our vocabulary words, past or present, in
your SSR book, you may create a mini poster for display on
the vocab wall and earn 2 points of extra credit for each you
submit. (Example to the right)
Mini poster must include: the word with an image as a
letter, its definition, a quote from your SSR book where you
found the word used, title and title and author of the book
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Sorrow – (n) – a deep sadness for the loss of something or
someone
“A great sorrow, and one that I am only beginning to
understand: we don't get to choose our own hearts.” –
The Goldfinch by Donna Tartt