R & J Vocabulary Act 1

Act 1 Words pernicious adj. destructive; deadly posterity n. future generations anguish n. extreme suffering; agony profane v. to degrade or disrespect something holy or important

Synonyms: Write each sentence and replace the bolded word with its synonym from the vocabulary words. 1. His suffering was evident in the lines and furrows of his face. 2. Our descendants will be puzzled by our failure to act in this crisis. 3. The protesters hurt their cause by using degrading language. 4. Tybalt’s reputation has been harmed by damaging rumors.

Responding to the Text Imagine that you are Tybalt and are still enraged that Romeo came to the Capulet feast uninvited. Using at least 3 of the 4 vocabulary words, write a note to your uncle urging Capulet to punish Romeo’s behavior. Write at least 5 sentences.

Act 2 Vocabulary adjacent adj. next to or close to; neighboring retain v. to keep possession of perverse adj. deliberately unreasonable or wrong; stubborn rancor n. bitter resentment against someone; long-lasting spite

Context Clues: Identify the sentence that has better context clues to the meaning of the vocabulary word. **Write only the correct sentence, or the one with the better clue** 1. A. I was shocked by Mary’s rancor, not knowing that she was angry. B. Todd has the ability to discuss issues with patience and without rancor. 2. A. The village built a small dam to retain rainwater for use later in the dry season. B. In spite of everything, Erica hoped to retain the engagement ring.

Context Clues: Identify the sentence that has better context clues to the meaning of the vocabulary word. **Write only the correct sentence, or the one with the better clue** 3. A. Pouting and perverse, the hungry child refused to touch her food. B. I hope the senator will drop his perverse objections to the highway bill. 4. A. I found another dictionary in an adjacent classroom. B. The stores were adjacent, so it was easy to shop at both.

Responding to the Selection Using at least THREE vocabulary words, write a letter to the editor of the Verona Daily News to complain about the public disturbances caused by the Montagues and Capulets.

Vocabulary Act 3 eloquence n. persuasive, inspirational speech adversity n. hardship predicament n. a difficult or tricky situation fickle adj. given to frequent changes of thought or mood; unreliable; inconstant

Choose a vocabulary word to complete each sentence. 1.Karla overcame the ________ of illness to earn a college degree. 2.Locking ourselves out of the car left us in a ________. 3. The professor’s ____________ inspired many to enroll in the class. 4. Mira is so _________ that she bought and returned the same dress twice.

Writing with Act 3 Vocabulary Write a diary entry expressing Juliet’s thoughts about her situation. Use at least THREE vocabulary words. Write at least FIVE sentences.

Act 4 Vocabulary lurk v. to conceal oneself; to move about in a sneaky manner stifle v. to smother for lack of air; to prevent from developing properly revive v to bring back to life; to give new strength lament v. to express deep sorrow

Complete each sentence using a vocabulary word from act Cory continued to ______ near the entrance, hoping to surprise Paula when she arrived. 2. A short rest and a long drink of water will _______ a weary hiker. 3. After the death of the crown prince, the whole kingdom sank into a period of _______ and sadness. 4. A heavy overgrowth of weeds will cut off sunlight and ______ the growth of the new plants.

Act 4 Vocabulary Write four original sentences using your four vocabulary words from act four. Your sentences should contain a context clue that hints at the definition.

Responding to the selection. Write a short monologue in which the Friar Lawrence attempts to comfort the Nurse without revealing that Juliet is still alive. Use a least THREE of the vocabulary words.

Act 5 Vocabulary misadventure n. a mishap; an unfortunate event haughty adj. very proud and scornful of others unsavory adj. unpleasant in character; disagreeable to the taste tedious adj. tiresome; boring

Practice with Word Parts Write the following sentences with the correct endings. Use your knowledge of word parts to determine the best ending to the following statements. 1. An unsavory reputation is one that is ______. A. not well known B. not desirable C. well established 2. A misadventure is ______. A. a lost treasure B. an unlucky incident C. a chance meeting 3. A haughty person is one who is ______. A. excessively proud B. extremely brave C. deeply sad 4. A tedious conversation is one that is ______. A. interesting B. angry C. dreary

Quick Write with Act 5 Vocabulary Who is to blame for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet? It can be more than one person. Write a paragraph (at least 5 sentences) stating who you believe is to blame and why.