8-WORD VOCABULARY INSTRUCTIONSTHE LIST [2 points each = 16 points total]DIRECTIONS: COPY (Yes, physically write) each word, its part of speech, the

definition, and at least TWO (2) antonyms and synonyms in your VOCABULARY NOTEBOOK or worksheet.

EXAMPLE: 1. antagonize (v) to make hostile or unfriendlysynonyms: bother, irritate antonyms: charm, persuade

2. chronology (n) the arrangement of events, dates, etc. in a certain order of occurrence.

synonyms: order, arrangement antonyms: disorder, disarray

SENTENCES [3 points each sentence = 12 points total]DIRECTIONS: Select any 4 vocabulary words from THE LIST. For each word selected,

write a thoughtful sentence or sentences using the vocabulary word. Each vocabulary word must be USED correctly (part of speech) Each vocabulary word must be SPELLED correctly Each vocabulary word should be HIGHLIGHTED so that it stands out in the

sentence for easy teacher viewing Each sentence must have CONTEXT for the vocabulary word without using all

or significant parts of the definition.

*** REMEMBER, context helps give hints that “give away” the meaning of the vocabulary word. ***

EXAMPLE: natty (adj) neatly or trimly smart in dress or appearance; spruce

LACKING CONTEXT EXAMPLE: The natty man was interesting.

There is no context. I could replace the vocabulary word “natty” with the word old and the sentence is still fine. Nothing in the sentence contradicts natty meaning old. A sentence with good context will provide GOOD HINTS as to the meaning of the word – without using all or significant parts of the definition.

IMPROVED EXAMPLE: The natty officer looked sharp. His uniform was spotless and freshly pressed; he was clothed to impress.

“[L]ooking sharp”, “uniform was spotless”, “freshly pressed”, and “clothed to impress” work together to provide excellent hints as to the meaning of “natty”. If I tried to insert “old” for natty, the sentence just doesn’t make much sense.

FOR AN EXTRA CHALLENGE (or TAG extension), WRITE A SENTENCE FOR EACH OF THE EIGHT (8) VOCABULARY WORDS. HOWEVER, BE CAREFUL TO CONSIDER CONTEXT IN EACH SENTENCE.

EXAMPLE OF GRADED SENTENCES WITH KEY FOR ABBREVIATIONS8-Word Vocabulary List #1 Sentences [THIS IS HOW YOU SHOULD TITLE THE PAGE WHERE YOU START YOUR SENTENCES, CHANGING THE LIST # EACH TIME]

1. The troglodyte was nice. NC – 1 point earned

2. The directions for the baby crib flummoxed me. NC# - 1.5 points earned

3. The spy skulked between the shadows of the building, in an attempt to follow the really mean and nasty guy without being seen. 3 points earned

4. After defeating his sister in Monopoly, Billy gloted for weeks, declaring at breakfast, lunch, and dinner that he was the best player ever. SP – 2.5 points earned

KEY FOR GRADING SENTENCES

NC = No context or used the definition ( - 2) NC # = Mostly incorrect or used a significant part of the definition ( - 1.5) NC ! = Partially incorrect or used a meaningful part of the definition ( - 1) C = Something small missing from the hint/s ( -.5) SP = Spelling incorrect ( - .5) M = Vocabulary word not HIGHLIGHTED ( -.25) U = Usage incorrect ( - .25) G = Grammar is whack! ( -.5) ? = Forgot to use vocabulary word in sentence ( -.5) 3 = Sentence earned all possible points

Missed points may be recouped by REWRITING the incorrect sentences. WHEN REWRITING SENTENCES, PLEASE WRITE THEM ON A SEPARATE PIECE OF LINED PAPER OR SENTENCES MAY BE TYPED. ALL DIRECTIONS FOR FORMATTING STILL APPLY (a title, the list #, your name, sentence formatting, highlighting vocabulary word, etc.). POINTS WILL NOT BE GRANTED IF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED.

REWRITTEN SENTENCES MUST BE RECEIVED THE TUESDAY BEFORE THE VOCABULARY TEST.

FLASH CARDS [1 point per card = 8 points total]

BACKVOCABULARY

WORD

DEFINITIONpart of speech

1 syn/1 ant

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TESTSTests are given on the alternating Wednesday that the Vocabulary notebook work is due. CHECK THE CALENDAR ON MS. W’s WEBSITE &/or STUDENT PLANNER FOR DUE DATES.