Winter Vocabulary Challenge

Most animals have their own way of handling the harsh, Alaskan winters.

• wet

• severe

• cold

• unending

In January, after the holidays are over, the days can seem quite dreary.

• dull, depressing

• cold, windy

• lively, energetic

• wet, wintery

I was hoping that we would accumulate more snow during the last snow storm.

• clear away

• avoid

• circumvent

• build up

Make sure you have an adequate amount of warm weather clothing on before heading out into the snow.

• sufficient

• not enough

• warm

• too much

The snow storm on Monday was quite extensive, covering most of Ohio in a blanket of snow.

• locally concentrated

• large scale

• small

• unexpected

I love the holiday season! Everyone is so cordial and considerate.

• grumpy, unfriendly

• relaxed

• rushed

• warm, friendly

The decision was unanimous. Our entire family wanted to go sledding that night.

• in full agreement

• just one or two

• split

• neutral

We depleted our wood supply during the last cold snap, so we weren't able to light a fire in the fireplace tonight.

• resupplied

• forgot

• used up

• misplaced

There was such suspense as we waited to hear if we would be closed for the day.

• sense of wonder

• state of feeling anxious or excited

• feeling of calm

• tranquility

Some of the students were bitter that we didn't have a snow day yesterday.

• dissatisfied

• elated

• apologetic

• understanding