1. Bellringer #1 Thursday, January 23, 2014
Copy the following vocabulary words and definitions. We will have a quiz Friday. You will need to know how to spell each word and how to use it in a sentence.
Encumber—v. To Restrict someone in such a way that free action or movement is difficult
Lorry—n. A large, heavy vehicle for transporting goods or troops
Betrothal—n. An agreement that two people will marry in the future
Belittle—v. To make someone seem unimportant
Edict—n. An official order issued by a person in authority

2. Thursday, January 23, 2014
Bellringer #2
Write either two synonyms, two antonyms or one of each for each of your vocabulary words.
Synonym=Words with the same meaning
Antonym=Words with opposite meanings