Lesson Nine Vocabulary Words Story: Dear Mr. Winston

fault Responsibility for a mistake Failing the test was my fault because I did not study.

borrow To get something from someone else with the understanding that it will be returned to them. The boy was able to borrow a sheet from his mother for his costume.

reference A book that gives special information A science book can be used as a reference.

fainted To lose consciousness for a short time. She fainted when he took off his mask.

Sincere; Honest The showed genuine interest in his plan.

local Of a certain limited area or place The neighborhood has it’s own local mailbox.

apologize To say one is sorry. The violinist should apologize to the percussionist.

proof Evidence of truth or accuracy This room shows proof that the boy likes many sports.

slimy Like slime in appearance or texture Some people think that frogs are slimy.

To demand They insisted on collecting sea shells on the beach.