9th Vocab 5 FINAL

As the sun began to ​ (a)   on the horizon, casting long shadows over the town, Sarah stood at the edge of the ​ (b)   , her mind swirling with ​ (c)   at the events of the past week. She couldn't believe how quickly things had changed; her once stable life had been thrown into chaos. Her thoughts drifted to the ​ (d)   farewell her best friend had given her, tears streaming down her face as she promised to stay in touch. Despite the emotional turmoil, Sarah knew she had to focus on maintaining ​ (e)   in her life, balancing her emotions with the practicalities of moving forward. She took a deep breath, determined to face whatever challenges lay ahead with courage and resilience.

• wane
• abyss
• incredulity
• maudlin
• equity

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

The (a)   cat crept silently across the room, its graceful movements a stark contrast to the clumsy attempts of the dog to ​ (b)   its intentions. The feline's (c)   behavior left the canine confused and frustrated, unable to anticipate its rival's next move. With (d)   that seemed almost human, the cat darted and weaved, always staying just out of reach. The dog's eyes narrowed in (e)   , realizing it had once again been outmaneuvered by its crafty nemesis. As the chase continued, it became clear that in this battle of wits, the cat would emerge victorious over its less cunning counterpart.

• lithe
• bemusing
• guile
• contempt
• dissemble

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

a deep or seemingly bottomless chasm (literal or figurative)

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

stupefying or muddling

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

disdain or scorn; scornful feelings or actions

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

conceal under a false appearance

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Fairness; impartiality

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

sly or cunning intelligence

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

inability to believe

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

supple; limber

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C