1) When measuring to cut the wood to create the table, you must be precise in your measurement. Otherwise, the piece will not fit.
exact
2) The two countries had to compromise after the war was over. They each gave up some of what they wanted to find a peaceful resolution.
negotiate
3) Toby had to annihilate all the bugs in the garden before they took over and killed all the plants.
destroy
4) There was not a trace of evidence left from the cookie thief. My mom didn’t know if it was me or my sisters who took the cookies.
hint
6) The contrast between the students was incredible. One student did all their work and the other did none of it.
difference
7) “Be explicit when you describe how you solved the math problem,” said Mr. Reincke. “I need to know exactly how you found the answer.”
specific
8) “Please paraphrase what I missed in class yesterday,” said Jenny. “What were the important parts?”
summarize
9) Alice finally threw the withering roses away when a dead petal fell into her cereal bowl. It had not been watered in days.
dried up
10) King James was a benevolent leader who worked to improve the lives of his people. He was well-liked by all the people.
kind
11) Poor Farmer Johnson labors sixteen hours a day and never has time for a vacation. He deserves better! Everyone should have at least one day a week for rest and relaxation.
works
13) The basketball team had a depleted roster. Due to injuries, they only had six of the thirteen players on their roster available to play.
reduced
15) I don’t believe Jenny had malicious reasons for running into Meghan. It was just an accident because she wasn’t paying attention to where she was going.
hurtful
