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Rock
a stone/a type of music/to move gently back and forth/a strong foundation
Right
correct/direction/privilege or entitlement/to straighten or correct something
Trip
a journey or vacation/to stumble or fall/a slight electrical circuit malfunction
Palm
part of the hand/a type of tree/to conceal something in your hand/to take something secretly
Crane
a large bird/a type of machine used to lift heavy objects/to stretch out
Match
a pairing or connection/a competition or game/a small stick used to start a fire/to be similar or equal
Bat
flying mammal/baseball bat/to flutter/to strike or hit
Fair
just and equal/a fun event/light complexion/moderate weather conditions
Well
a water source/in good health/a deep hole/to do something in a satisfactory manner
Tire
rubber covering of a wheel/to exhaust/to cause to grow weary
Light
not heavy/bright/to ignite/a device that illuminates
Spring
season/a coil that bounces/to jump or leap/a water source
Lead
to guide or direct/a soft heavy metal/a clue or hint/the main role in a play
Set
to place something down/a group of items/to adjust or fix/to prepare for something
Bark
tree bark/dog bark/to speak sharply
What figurative phrase means you’re very nervous?
“Butterflies in your stomach”
What does this simile mean? “She was as busy as a bee.”
She was working very hard.
What’s being personified here? “The alarm clock screamed at me to get up.”
The alarm clock
What does this idiom mean? “Don’t spill the beans.”
Don’t reveal the secret.
Identify the figurative language: “Boom! The thunder crashed above us.”
Onomatopoeia
What does “He’s got a chip on his shoulder” mean?
He’s easily angered or holding a grudge.
What type of figurative language is this? “Her smile was sunshine.”
Metaphor
What does this metaphor mean? “Time is a thief.”
Time passes quickly and takes things away.
Identify the figurative language: “The wind howled through the trees.”
Personification
What does this simile mean? “He was as sly as a fox.”
He was clever or sneaky.
What do these words have in common: *cautious*
 
*anxious*
 
*ambitious*?
 
They all end in *-ious* and describe traits or feelings.
What’s a homonym for *pair*?
*Pear* or *pare*
What suffix turns a verb into a noun?
 
*-ment*
 
*-ion*
 
or *-ness*
What prefix means “not”?
 
*Un-*
 
*dis-*
 
or *in-*
Create a compound word using *light*.
 
Flashlight
 
spotlight
 
or headlight
What’s the root word in *unhappiness*?
Happy
What’s a stronger word than *cold*?
Freezing or frigid
What’s the difference between *deny* and *refuse*?
Deny means to say something isn’t true; refuse means not to accept or do something.
What do *fragile* and *delicate* have in common?
They both describe things that break or damage easily.
Use *exaggerate* in a sentence.
He likes to *exaggerate* about how many hot dogs he ate.
Use *contribute* in a sentence.
Everyone wanted to *contribute* to the project.
Use *brilliant* in a sentence.
That was a *brilliant* idea you had!
Use *vanish* in a sentence.
The magician made the rabbit *vanish*.
Use *deceive* in a sentence.
She tried to *deceive* her teacher by copying homework.
Use *ambition* in a sentence.
His *ambition* is to become an astronaut.
Use *hostile* in a sentence.
The stray dog looked *hostile* when approached.
Use *cautious* in a sentence.
The boy was *cautious* while crossing the street.
Use *precise* in a sentence.
Her drawing was *precise* and detailed.
Use *reluctant* in a sentence.
I was *reluctant* to speak in front of the class.
What does *seldom* mean? “He *seldom* goes outside during winter.”
Seldom means rarely or not often
Use clues to explain *generous*: “She gave away her lunch to someone who didn’t have any. She’s so *generous*.”
Generous means giving or kind
What does *vital* mean? “Water is *vital* for survival.”
Vital means very important or necessary
Define *soar* using clues: “The kite began to *soar* high above the trees.”
Soar means to fly or rise high
What does *abandon* mean? “They had to *abandon* the ship during the storm.”
Abandon means to leave behind or give up
Use clues to define *frigid*: “The *frigid* air made my teeth chatter.”
Frigid means extremely cold
What does *devour* mean? “He *devoured* his dinner in under five minutes.”
Devour means to eat quickly or hungrily
Figure out this word: “She spoke in a *monotone* voice that nearly put me to sleep.”
Monotone means flat and dull
What does *elated* mean in this sentence? “He was *elated* when he found out he won the prize.”
Elated means very happy or excited
Use context clues to define this: “The *ominous* clouds made us hurry indoors.”
Ominous means threatening or scary
What is the opposite of *permanent*?
Temporary
What’s an antonym for *confident*?
Insecure
What is the opposite of *abundant*?
Scarce
Give an antonym for *agreeable*.
Disagreeable or stubborn
What is the antonym of *include*?
Exclude
Replace *harsh* with an antonym.
Gentle
What’s the opposite of *optimistic*?
Pessimistic
Give an antonym for *scarce*.
Plentiful or abundant
What is an antonym for *fragile*?
Strong or sturdy
What is the opposite of *generous*?
Selfish
What is a more precise synonym for *happy*?
Joyful or cheerful
Replace *tired* with a stronger synonym.
Exhausted
Find a synonym for *courageous*.
Brave
What’s another word for *brief*?
Short
Name a synonym for *ancient*.
Old
What is a synonym for *mischievous*?
Naughty or playful
Replace *fortunate* with a more advanced synonym.
Lucky
What’s another word for *arrogant*?
Conceited
Give a synonym for *vivid*.
Bright or clear
What is a synonym for *reluctant*?
Unwilling
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