Week 3 Vocab Honors

The storm had _____ the coastline, leaving behind destroyed homes and uprooted trees.

The king was born into ____, giving him power and privilege from an early age.

The corrupt politician was involved in a _____ scandal that shocked the entire nation.

The strict professor had an ____ attitude, never smiling or allowing jokes in class.

The joke was meant to be ____, but some people still found it offensive.

Metaphors and similes are examples of _____, as they help create vivid comparisons and deeper meanings in literature.

The reporter spoke _____ about the consequences of the new law, warning citizens of potential dangers.

The recurring message of perseverance in the novel represents its ____.

The young poet spoke with an _____ love for literature, captivating the audience with his passion.

When should you use a question mark?

The teacher refused to ____ the students' request for extra recess.

The celebrity was so ____, everyone recognized her wherever she went.

 the intention or desire to do evil

of excellence or beauty to inspire great admiration

His hateful words were spoken with ____, as he wanted to hurt her feelings.

After winning the championship, the team celebrated with great _____, including fireworks and a trophy ceremony.

 to deliberately destroy something

not harmful or offensive

protection, resistance, or exemption from something

Which sentence correctly uses commas in a series?

The desperate man _____ his resignation letter, offering to leave the company immediately.

After his idea was rejected, he sat in the corner _____, his arms crossed and his brows furrowed.

someone who is noble by birth or rank

The spy planned to ____ the enemy’s secret mission by destroying their supplies.

After recovering from the illness, she developed ____ to the virus and could no longer get sick from it.

The street performer continued to _____ about government conspiracies, waving his arms wildly.

Theme- A recurring message in a piece of writing

 an opinion without reason which is in favor of or against one thing/person

Which sentence correctly uses a period?

The architect designed the building with ____ beauty, impressing everyone who saw it.

In which sentence is the comma used correctly when combining two sentences?

The referee's ____ was clear when he consistently made calls in favor of one team, despite the evidence.

When should you use an exclamation mark?

 to be important or famous

Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?

severe or strict in manner/appearance

 to agree, to give, or to allow

She stood in the sunlight, her face _____ with happiness and warmth.

Which of the following sentences should NOT have a colon?

Where should the quotation marks go in this sentence? John said I love reading mystery novels.

The professor was a _____ figure at the university, known for his decades of wisdom and contributions to research.