1. Wring – hold onto something tightly and twist. Wring the wet towels to get the water out. What is a synonym for the word wring?

2. Impress – to have a strong effect on someone. The actor wanted to impress the audience with his strong performance. Tell about something you did to impress a friend.

3. Fireball – a very bright sphere made of hot dust, gas, and vapor particles. The sun is a giant fireball. What other images come to mind when you hear the word fireball?

4. Original – The origin or beginning of something. They inflated the ball to three times its original size. What is a synonym for the word original?

5. Commenced – started or began. When the conductor raised her hands, the orchestra commenced playing. What is an antonym for the word comennced?

6. Advertisement – a public notice that recommends a product or service. A pet advertisement appeared in the paper. How is an advertisement different from an article?

7. Elected – when officials are chosen by voters. The President of the United States is elected every four years. Which people in your school or community are elected leaders?

8. Sauntered – to walk slowly or leisurely. The family sauntered along the beach. What is an antonym for the work sauntered?