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aCTiViTY 1.2
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Vocabulary Practice
Use the definitions in the Vocabulary Preview or a dictionary to support your work.
Practice 1. Circle the word or phrase whose meaning is opposite to the meaning of the vocabulary word.
Vocabulary Word
Words or Phrases to Choose From
criticized
complimented rejected ridiculed
noisy
talkative loud silent
opposite
different same across
hesitated
hurried paused waited
different
unusual unlike similar
Practice 2. Complete each sentence, paying attention to the bold vocabulary word. 1. She won’t know what’s hit her when
2. After grading the test, it was obvious to the teacher that the student 3. My mother was mad at me because I wore my special shoes
4. During the exploration of the cave, the divers
5. She doesn’t play volleyball anymore because
Practice 3. Choose the right word in the pair that fits the sentence.
1. My vacation is over, so I am arriving/departing from the hotel tomorrow.
2. The young boy moved to the section/session of the stadium nearest the field to try and get his ball signed.
3. The famous chef served/ate us a delicious meal complete with dessert.
4. When it was his turn to sing, the newcomer hesitated boldly/nervously.
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