English 8 WOWs

What is a symbol?

When John got suspended, he showed a _____________ side by putting a nail in one of the principal’s car tires

After five days, the jury is still ___________ about the defendant’s guilt.

feeling or showing deep and solemn respect

What is theme?

affectedly and irritatingly grand, solemn, or self-important

tired, bored, or lacking enthusiasm, typically after having had too much of something

severely critical

 Synonyms: irritated, frustrated, annoyed, troubled

causing someone to lose their dignity and the respect of others

 truthful and straightforward; frank

Antonyms: abundant, plentiful, ample, generous

unable to think clearly

treating serious issues with deliberately inappropriate humor; flippant

What is the most important part of an essay?

The farmer loved his ________life and only went into the urban areas when it was absolutely necessary.

When the teacher accused the wrong student , the ____________student’s face grew red with anger.

having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about something or someone

After receiving bad news about the cancelled field trip, the students were ________ .

Choose an ANTONYM for the word: ambivalent.

Choose an ANTONYM for the word: pompous.

engaged in, involving, or reflecting deep or serious thought

be filled with wonder or astonishment.

Choose a synonym for the following word: vindictive.

showing no prejudice for or against something; impartial

enthusiastic or passionate

The ____________________ old man could not remember where he lived.

inclined to agree with others or obey rules

feeling resentment at having been unfairly treated

in, relating to, or characteristic of the countryside rather than the town

A longing or yearning for the past

 hopeful and confident about the future

playfully old fashioned or fanciful, especially in an appealing and amusing way

Choose a synonym for the following word: whimsical.

believing that people are motivated by self-interest; distrustful of human sincerity or integrity

He found it very ________________ to have to work for his former employee.

Not only does she have her doctorate in English literature, she is one of the most___________ admirers of Shakespeare.

When we went into the interactive candy store, we felt as though we were in a _________ world made of chocolate.

very angry

The newest rocket is a_____________ that can soar three times faster than its predecessor.

unwilling or unable to believe something

having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge

very angry