Vocabulary in Pictures Unit 5

In high school, many students become affiliated with student groups to feel like they are connected at school.

A judge’s job is to ascertain the truth in various disputes.

The goal of Buddhism is to reach the highest possible level of spiritual attainment.

When I found out my grandmother had bequeathed her car to me, at first I was excited. Then I was not excited.

With the help of his club, the caveman was able to make a very cogent argument.

The base runner and the catcher converged at home plate.

The mob was so angry that officials had to disperse them with water cannons.

Many people esteem Abraham Lincoln for his achievements as President Many people esteem Abraham Lincoln for his achievements as President. I also hold him in high esteem.

The vandal’s punishment was to expunge his own graffiti.

Because our finite fossil fuel reserves are running out, developers have been designing alternate forms of transportation.

I dress my dog in armor so that he will be completely invulnerable.

The angry mob had nothing but malevolent feelings toward their oppressors.

The student had a nonchalant attitude about his failing grade and did little to bring it up before the end of the grading period.

Scientists today have so much specialized knowledge that they sometimes seem omniscient.

Some people believe that having lots of money would be a panacea for all their problems.

Mother Teresa was famous for her scrupulous and principled nature.

The cheetah surprised its prey by skulking through the tall grass.

Their supercilious attitude toward their waiter was extremely offensive.

As a child, Mozart had an uncanny ability to compose music.

Someone whose offense is deemed to be venial by the judge may be ordered to perform community service rather than a harsher punishment.