1. Lesson 11: Necessities and Extras

2. Accessory A. Something that adds attractiveness or usefulness
B Someone who aides a lawbreaker, but who was not present at the crime
The black, floral headband is Kristen’s favorite accessory.
When Joe let Emily copy his homework, he became an accessory to the crime.

3. Accessory

4. Auxiliary A. Providing extra help or support
B. A helper; an organization of helpers
A. The auxiliary supply of water at the school was useful during the hurricane.
B. Many people believe that an auxiliary of troops is needed in Iraq.

5. Auxiliary

6. Entail To require or involve
Earning an A in math class may entail a large amount of studying.

7. Entail

8. Essence A. The most necessary and basic part
B. The concentrated liquid taken from a plant or perfume for flavoring
A. The essence of our English class is writing.
B. The essence of the new perfume is vanilla.

9. Essence

10. Excess
An extra amount
There was an excess amount of food at the Thanksgiving celebration.

11. Excess

12. Frivolous Not worth serious attention; trivial; silly
Some people argue that websites like Facebook and Myspace are frivolous.

13. Frivolous

14. Imperative Necessary; commanded
Something that is necessary or commanded
According to my parents, it is imperative to complete my homework before I am allowed to go out on the weekends.

15. Imperative

16. Notable Worth attention or notice; important
A famous or an important person.
I believe that running a marathon is a notable accomplishment.

17. Notable

18. Pertinent Relevant; related to what is being discussed
The sensory details in the story were pertinent and helped us imagine the setting.

19. Significant Important; meaningful
Drinking milk provides a significant source of calcium.

20. Significant

21. WORD BANK Accessory Frivolous Auxiliary Imperative Entail Notable
Essence
Excess
Frivolous
Imperative
Notable
Pertinent
Significant