1. The Case of the Blurry Board
By Jaime Beaurline

2. accuse- to say that a person did something wrong
I would not accuse you of something you did not do.
How might a lawyer prepare to accuse someone of a crime?

3. evidence- used to show whether something is true
The evidence shows that dinosaurs once roamed the earth.
What is the difference between evidence and opinion?

4. assignments- tasks to complete
The teacher’s assignments to us were to read the next story and to answer the questions about it.
What assignments have you been given recently?

5. consideration- taking time to think about something
At lease he gave the idea some consideration before saying no.
What is a synonym for consideration?

6. allergies- physical symptoms caused by the body’s overreaction to things
Alyse’s allergies to pollen made it hard for her to breathe in the Spring.
What things do you know that may cause allergies?

7. suspicious- feeling mistrustful
Her quick movement made me suspicious that she may have taken my pencil.
What is an antonym for suspicious?

8. consume- something that can be used up or eaten
We all need to consume more fruits and vegetables.
What are your favorite items to consume?