AP Vocabulary 4
Monday, October 19 – Friday, October 30
Name ___________________________________________________ Hr ____
SHEET AND PARAGRAPH DUE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30
Word Bank:
deference
Review:
erroneously
pedantic
a. palpable
b. prognosticate
c.
f.
ardent
g. impertinent
k.
fervent
l.
I. RHETORICAL DEVICE: Polysyndeton
laborious
incessant
affable
arduous
d.
indefatigable
e. predilection
h. amiable
i.
ameliorate
j.
m. peruse
n.
effusion
o. capitulate
fastidious
define here:
II. NEW WORDS: Fill in all of the empty boxes and answer completely and thoroughly the questions for each.
Word
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Speech
Definition
2 Synonyms
Other form if applicable
non-stopping (usually negative)
1. Write the first two letters of this word.
2. What does the Latin root word in mean?
3. Explain how you might remember the meaning of incessant by recognizing in and its meaning.
Word
pedantic
Pt of
Speech
Definition
focused on or caring too much about literal accuracy, formality, or
unimportant rules (about a subject)
1. Using the noun form of this word, write a sentence, making the meaning of the word clear.
2 Synonyms
Other form if applicable
Word
Pt of
Speech
Definition
2 Synonyms
Other form if applicable
deference
1. Write a sentence with the antonym of this word. Make it clear you understand the meaning of the word.
Word
Pt of
Speech
Definition
2 Synonyms
Other form if applicable
2 Synonyms
Other form if applicable
containing error or characterized by error
1. Look up the root words and meaning of this word and write them down.
2. How can knowing the root help someone remember the meaning of the word?
Word
Pt of
Speech
Definition
hard to endure; containing much difficulty
1. Write a sentence using this word.
2. Rewrite your above sentence using one of the synonyms.
3. What slightly different meaning do the above sentences have? Consider the connotation of each word.
III. PARAGRAPH: On a separate sheet of paper, type or neatly write a paragraph/story using and UNDERLINING the new words for this week. In your
paragraph, use the rhetorical device and underline or highlight the sentence(s) in which the device appears.
IV. SYNONYMS AND ANTONYMS: Follow the directions for each.
In the following group, circle the two words that are most nearly synonyms.
1.
palpable
arduous
effusive
2.
fervent
fastidious
ardent
3.
palpable
affable
amiable
fastidious
indefatigable
arduous
In the following group, circle the two words that are most nearly antonyms.
1.
impertinence
effusion
predilection
laborious
affable
incessant
deference
prognostication
V. MATCHING: Match the words to their definitions. Try from memory.
Write the letter of the correct word next to the definition.
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1. insolently rude
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2. having or showing great intensity
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3. predict according to current signs or symptoms
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4. easy to talk to or approach (socially)
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5. full of passion or excitement
In each of the following groups, circle the word with the closest meaning with the numbered word at the left.
1.
Amiable:
a. precise
b. cultured
c. friendly
d. methodical
2.
Laborious:
a. foolish
b. tiresome
c. optimistic
d. friendly
3.
Ameliorate:
a. amend
b. ponder
c. damage
d. flourish
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Fastidious:
a. productive
b. headstrong
c. sociable
d. indulgent
5.
Indefatigable:
a. authentic
b. weary
c. optimistic
d. tireless
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Effusive:
a. sleepy
b. unfriendly
c. talkative
d. mean
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Peruse:
a. browse
b. play
c. tease
d. weaken
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Capitulate:
a. block
b. relinquish
c. dishonor
d. eradicate
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Palpable:
a. noncompliant
b. material
c. idiotic
d. intellectual
a. wealth
b. quagmire
c. scarcity
d. tendency
10. Predilection:
VI. SCRAMBLE: Unscramble the following words. Then use the circled letters to fill in the missing words for the final answer.
1. mtteninpire
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2. beamlai
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3. sinyatlnsce
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4. usaduro
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5. etradn
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Clue for final answer: If only the danger could have been “ameliarated" this pilot’s disappearance may have been avoided.
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VII. WORD SEARCH: Circle or highlight the words in the puzzle that match the definitions.
Definitions:
1. respectfully submitting to or yielding to the judgment,
will, or opinion of another
2. enthusiastic or passionate
3. describing someone who pays too much attention to
rules and details without considering variations or
nuances
4. to look over casually but it can also mean to
scrutinize
5. expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or
approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner
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VIII. USAGE: Write why the following words are not being used correctly and write a better sentence for each.
1. Tommy effusionly wrapped his sister’s birthday present.
2. Sally perused the cat into the yard.
3. George predilected that it would rain.
4. Cindy ameliorated her mom by doing the dishes.
5. The deference between the two houses was obvious.
IX. FILL IN THE BLANK: Write the correct word in the blank based on the context meaning.
Nancy was the most ____________________ young woman, with an ___________________________ desire to be friendly to everyone she met. It was a tireless
effort on her part. However, one day, she met the most ______________________________ young man, who was rude to everyone, including Nancy.
Nevertheless, Nancy refused to _______________________________ to her desire to be ill-mannered back. She attempted to ________________________ his
impoliteness by ______________________ interrupting whenever he spoke in his offensive tone. When he seemed to grow tired of her constant interruptions, he
began to __________________ to her, giving way to her opinions. Given his ability to change somewhat, Nancy _________________________ that he may one
day learn to be a little more polite to others in the future.
X. ILLUSTRATION: Choose three words and draw a picture with a caption that could help to remember the word’s meaning. An example is provided.
ARDUOUS: “Arty and Dee, with us, climbing with a canoe. (We
waited at the bottom; it was too difficult.)”