Chapters 1-5

 While reading The Giver, our vocabulary will focus on unknown terms found within the text.  You will still complete flashcards for these words, but the dates for the quizzes and flashcards will be subject to change.  For instance, for this week, your flashcards will be due on Friday, and your quiz will be this upcoming Monday.

 Verb  To capture the curiosity or interest of by unusual, new, or fascinating qualities.  Synonyms: appeal to, draw, engage  Antonyms: bore, ignore

 Adjective  Capable of being felt or touched  Synonyms: tangible  Antonyms: unnoticeable

 Adjective  Deeply upset and agitated.  Synonyms: Anxious, frantic, distressed  Antonyms: calm, composed, collected

 Adjective  Boldly showing resistance or disobedience.  Synonyms: challenging, rebellious  Antonyms: obedient, respectful

 Verb  To discipline verbally or physically  Synonyms: punish, correct  Antonyms: praise, encourage

 Adjective  Showing impatient irritation or bad- temperament  Synonyms: Moody, grouchy  Antonyms: cheerful, patient, good-natured

 Adjective  Lacking distinctive or interesting features or characteristics.  Synonyms: dull, colorless, featureless  Antonyms: distinguished, remarkable

 Adjective  Unwilling and hesitant to act.  Synonyms: cautious, uncertain  Antonyms: bold, confident

 Noun  An object that represents a symbol for a group of people.  Synonyms: Logo, symbol, trademark

 Verb  To cancel or postpone a punishment.  Synonyms: pardon, freeing  Antonyms: continuation