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Vocabulary Development Worksheet
Use clues in sentences and stories to work out unfamiliar words. Explain meanings in your own words and use vocabulary accurately.
Words in Sentences
Read each sentence and use its clues to explain the bold word.
1.Jamal was persistent during batting practice; even after missing several pitches, he kept swinging and asking for another turn. What does persistent mean?
2.After the equipment bag tipped over, baseballs, gloves, and water bottles were scattered across the dugout. The area was in chaos. What does chaos mean?
3.Isabella made a precise score sheet, checking each inning's runs twice and writing every number neatly. What does precise mean?
4.Lucy felt uneasy before her first game with a new team; she kept wondering whether she would know where to stand. What does uneasy mean?
Words in a Paragraph
Read the paragraph. Use details from it to answer the questions.
On Saturday, the ballpark was crowded. Families filled the seats, and a steady breeze carried the smell of popcorn across the field. The home team’s strategy was to bunt runners forward rather than swing for home runs. When a sudden shower delayed the game, the players stayed patient and used the time to review their plays. The coach said teamwork was essential if they wanted to finish the season strong.
5.In the paragraph, what does crowded most likely mean?
- Having many people in one place
- Quiet and empty
- Far from the field
- Covered with rain
6.What does strategy mean in the paragraph?
- A plan for reaching a goal
- A kind of baseball uniform
- A break between innings
- A rule about the weather
7.Which words could replace essential in the final sentence without changing its meaning? Select all that apply.
- necessary
- important
- optional
- unneeded
- crucial
Words in a Short Story
Read the story, then answer the questions using evidence from the text.
Jamal had an ambitious goal: he wanted to earn a place on the all-star team. He practiced throwing after school and studied how fielders moved during games. On tryout day, a loud crowd made him feel apprehensive. His fingers tightened around the ball, and he took a slow breath before stepping onto the field.
During the final drill, Jamal caught a hard line drive and made a quick throw to second base. The coach looked astonished by the accurate play. Jamal did not know whether he had made the team, but he left the field feeling confident that he had done his best.
8.What does ambitious mean in the story? Include one detail that supports your answer.
9.Write one detail from the story that shows Jamal felt apprehensive. Explain what the detail suggests.
10.Write a new sentence using astonished to mean greatly surprised.
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