Cassie Carl

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Outsiders Vocab Practice #1

Question 1 - Matching

Match each of the following vocabulary words to its definition. If you don't recognize the word, look it up in a dictionary. Spelling counts!

Word Definition
(adj.) shrewd and knowledgeable; having common sense and good judgement
(v.) to beg someone desperately to do something
(adj.) not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant
(adj.) dishonest or unprincipled
(adj.) incapable of being fully explored or understood

Question 2 - Fill in the Blank

Complete the sentences below with the correct vocabulary word. Each word will only be used once. Again, spelling counts!

  1. Jenny's nature made it difficult for her to make friends.
  2. The pirate grinned when she spotted her adversary's treasure chest.
  3. Finding biochemistry , the college student changed their major to English.
  4. The engineer showed just how with technology that she was when she built a computer from scratch.
  5. I you, Mr. Principal. Please don't call my parents!

Question 3 - Short Story

Write a very short (3-5 sentences) story that uses at least three of the vocabulary words above. Your story must be original work.

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