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After the storm ruined the crops, the farmers had to abandon (a-ban-don) their fields and move to the city. What is the definition of abandon?
To provide help to others
To leave behind or give up on completely
To build something new
To stay in one place
The garden was filled with an abundant (a-bun-dant) supply of tomatoes, more than the family could ever eat. What is the definition of abundant?
Very expensive or rare
Hidden from view
Existing or available in large quantities; plentiful
Lacking in quantity or quality
The students needed a special key card to access (ac-cess) the computer lab after school hours. What is the definition of access?
A feeling of extreme fear
A long and difficult journey
A type of formal clothing
The ability or right to enter or use something
The hotel was large enough to accommodate (ac-com-mo-date) over three hundred guests during the holiday weekend. What is the definition of accommodate?
To provide space for or fit the needs of
To change for a new purpose
To argue over a decision
To leave a place empty
If you don't clean your room, old clothes and toys will begin to accumulate (ac-cu-mu-late) in the corners. What is the definition of accumulate?
To move to a new location
To throw away old items
To shrink or become smaller
To gather or build up over time
The polar bear had to adapt (a-dapt) to the changing environment by learning to hunt in different areas. What is the definition of adapt?
To stay exactly the same
To ignore a problem
To fail to survive
To change something to make it suitable for a new purpose
The poster would not adhere (ad-here) to the wall because the tape was too old and dry. What is the definition of adhere?
To stick firmly to a surface or follow rules strictly
To hide something away
To break into pieces
To move very quickly
The athlete was in agony (ag-o-ny) after she tripped and twisted her ankle during the final lap. What is the definition of agony?
The ability to run fast
A sense of boredom
Extreme physical or mental suffering
A feeling of great joy
The soldiers swore an oath of allegiance (al-le-giance) to their country during the ceremony. What is the definition of allegiance?
A formal disagreement
A type of secret plan
Loyalty or commitment of a person to a group or cause
A strong desire to succeed
Her ambition (am-bi-tion) is to become a doctor so she can help sick children in her community. What is the definition of ambition?
A strong desire to do or achieve something
A lack of interest in a job
A playful or silly behavior
A feeling of deep regret
The hikers brought an ample (am-ple) supply of water, so they weren't worried about getting thirsty. What is the definition of ample?
Very small or limited
Dangerous to use
Enough or more than enough of something
Beautiful to look at
The loss of his favorite book caused him great anguish (an-guish), and he searched everywhere to find it. What is the definition of anguish?
A feeling of excitement
A state of total confusion
Severe mental or physical pain or suffering
The act of giving up
The children began to anticipate (an-tic-i-pate) the arrival of summer vacation as the weather got warmer. What is the definition of anticipate?
To forget the past
To expect or predict that something will happen
To complain about a result
To stay in one place
She felt anxious (anx-ious) before her big piano recital because she was worried she might forget the notes. What is the definition of anxious?
Angry and aggressive
Bored and uninterested
Extremely happy and calm
Feeling or showing worry or unease
The king arrived at the ball wearing his finest apparel (ap-par-el), including a velvet robe. What is the definition of apparel?
A natural environment
A type of stone building
Clothing or items that are worn
A formal agreement
The students made an appeal (ap-peal) to the principal to let them have a longer lunch period. What is the definition of appeal?
A loud and angry shout
A hidden storage place
A serious or urgent request
A type of traditional dance
