Halloween context clues for older students | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

The old legend told of a "curse" that followed the family for generations, bringing bad luck to all its descendants.

words that are intended to cause harm or punishment

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The villagers believed the mysterious figure was a "necromancer", one who could communicate with and raise the dead.

person that can communicate with the dead

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The villain’s "malevolent" stare made it clear that he had dark, wicked intentions.

wish to do evil

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seesaw

Swap points!

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seesaw

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gift

Win 25 points!

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baam

Lose 25 points!

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The "macabre" decorations at the haunted house, including severed limbs and bloody handprints, made it truly grotesque.

disturbing, horrifying, dealing with death or injury

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The ancient tome was filled with cryptic "incantations", magical words meant to cast spells.

words used to make a spell

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The mansion had an eerie, abandoned air, and a "specter" seemed to linger in the corner of every room, a ghostly figure that terrified the guests.

ghost

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eraser

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gift

Win 20 points!

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gift

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lifesaver

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The vampire's thirst for blood revealed his "insatiable" hunger, a craving that could never be fully satisfied.

impossible to satisfy

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The "ominous" clouds gathered overhead, threatening a terrible storm, as though foreshadowing something dreadful.

impression that something bad is going to happen

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The "ghastly" figure that appeared in the window had a face so terrifying, it could haunt your dreams.

causing great horror or fear

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monster

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shark

Other team loses 15 points!

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gift

Win 20 points!

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lifesaver

Give 20 points!

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The creature’s "sinister" grin sent shivers down her spine, as though it harbored evil intentions.

especially evil or leading to evil

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A thick "miasma" of smoke and foul odors seeped through the air, making it hard to breathe.

unpleasant smell or vapor

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The loud "cacophony" of screeching bats and howling wolves pierced the silence of the night.

harsh sounds

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As they wandered through the catacombs, or underground cemetery, the harsh "atmosphere" made them feel as though the walls were closing in, suffocating and heavy.

tone or mood of place

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