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Vocabulary 6 Independent Practice
Due: 1/7-8 (A/B day accordingly)
1. Create a flashcard for each of the 5(H) vocabulary words. (Please do so on a note card or piece of paper)
2. Identify the word part in the sentence by circling it, and then define the circled word part by writing it in the
first blank.
3. Identify one noun (other than the word that includes the circled word part) in the sentence and write it in the
second blank.
1. Many people practice monogamy, not polygamy.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
2. It is difficult to transfer classes in the middle of the year.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
3. Birds are migratory creatures that fly to warm climates.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun: ____________________
4. People oftentimes temporarily lose control of their emotions and make decisions that they
soon regret.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
5. A recurrent happening last semester was many missed assignments.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
6. Many ancient philosophers made valid arguments that we Americans forget because of our
busy schedules.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
7. A mediocre life is not a life that many aspire to live.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
8. Gratitude is the best attitude during any circumstance.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
9. After the concert, the crowd erupted in joyous applause.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
10. The luminous sky elucidated hope and renewal.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
11. Many famous singers and actors lose their dignity with one poor decision.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
12. The family’s contribution to the country was the sacrifice they made when their son left the
country.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:___________________
13. It was difficult to select the best dessert at the holiday party.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
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14. When writing an essay, it is always important to include the in-text citation.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
15. One of the 8 parts of speech is the conjunction.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
16. Laughter liberates the soul.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
17. The colorful shoe strings did not match her outfit.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
18. Concrete nouns are things that are tangible.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
19. Making nouns plural can sometimes be tricky.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
20. It’s not easy to segregate yourself completely from negative people.
Word Part Definition:____________________
Noun:____________________
Honors only
For each question, answer “yes” or “no” and explain your thinking.
1.
Does an exclusive club admit as many people as possible?
2.
Is a segregated society strongly united?
3.
Is a lucid argument clear and logical?
4.
Is monogamy legal in the United States today?
5.
Does a cruel empire rule over liberated people?
6.
Will a germicide give you an infection?
7.
Is salary one of the tangible benefits of a job?
8.
Is glass a translucent material?
9.
Will an astringent substance make a wound bleed?
10. Would you rather be given a retribution or a contribution?