Day 10: Word Work

What is the definition of the word "mountaineer"?

• A person who climbs mountains

• A person who trains animals

• A person who works in an office

• A person who tells stories

Use the word "puppeteer" in a sentence.

• The puppeteer skillfully brought the marionette to life on stage.

• The puppeteer climbed the highest peak in the Himalayas.

• The puppeteer filed documents in the office.

• The puppeteer cooked a delicious meal for the family.

What does the word "clerkship" refer to?

• A position or period of work as a clerk

• A type of friendship

• A type of adventure

• A type of performance art

Create a sentence using the word "friendship."

• The friendship between the two girls grew stronger over the years.

• The friendship was a type of mountain climbing.

• The friendship was a type of puppet show.

• The friendship was a type of office work.

Define the word "adventuresome."

• Inclined to seek out new and exciting experiences

• Inclined to work in an office

• Inclined to perform with puppets

• Inclined to file documents

Use "bothersome" in a sentence.

• The constant noise from the construction site was bothersome to the residents.

• The bothersome was a type of mountain climbing.

• The bothersome was a type of puppet show.

• The bothersome was a type of office work.

What does "lengthwise" mean?

• In the direction of the longest side

• In the direction of the shortest side

• In the direction of the width

• In the direction of the height

Create a sentence using the word "crosswise."

• The logs were placed crosswise to form a sturdy base.

• The logs were placed crosswise to form a tall tower.

• The logs were placed crosswise to form a narrow path.

• The logs were placed crosswise to form a deep hole.

Which of the following best describes a "mountaineer"?

• Someone who enjoys climbing mountains

• Someone who enjoys reading books

• Someone who enjoys cooking

• Someone who enjoys painting

Use "puppeteer" in a context that shows its meaning.

• The puppeteer entertained the children with a lively puppet show.

• The puppeteer climbed the mountain with ease.

• The puppeteer cooked a gourmet meal.

• The puppeteer wrote a novel.