Name __________________________________ Date _______________________
Define each of the following words using both textual clues and a dictionary. As always, the purpose of vocabulary work is to develop an understanding of what the word means. Many times you will come across a definition in a dictionary that doesn’t exactly make sense to you. In this case, you should do a couple of things:
- Use the dictionary to help you understand unfamiliar words in the definition?
- Look up the vocabulary word using a different dictionary.
- Consider each definition listed because some words have multiple meanings. So, identifying the one that matches the context can make all the difference in your understanding.
This particular evening, I stationed myself on Toby’s stomach. Usually, I’m a little more subtle but, having missed out on the bacon at breakfast, I was not about to take any chances on the chocolate cupcakes (with cream in the center).
Bunnicula – page 37-38
o Based on the context, what do you think “subtle” means?
o Using a dictionary, define “subtle” in a way that MAKES SENSE to YOU.
o Using your understanding of the word “subtle,” create your own sentence that uses the word correctly.
After Harold and Chester
