1. Slumped – A person who slides down in his/her chair. Jake slumped so far in his chair that we couldn’t see him. How is being slumped different from sitting up straight?

2. Soggy – How something feels when it is full of water. Your clothes may feel soggy in the rain. What is a synonym (a word that means the same) for soggy?

3. Strands – threads, or similar items that can be twisted together. Strands of hair can fall into your face. What other items might have strands?

4. Capable – you have the skill or power to do something well. A capable chef can cook well. What are you capable of doing?

5. Categories – groups or classes of things. These books are divided into two categories, history and geography. What are some categories of books in a bookstore?

6. Gigantic – larger than other things. Whale sharks are gigantic compared with other fish. Name an antonym (word that means the opposite) for gigantic.

7. Credit – something given by teachers for extra work. Marie’s teacher gave her extra credit for leading the debate team. What is a synonym (same) for credit?

8. Luminous – something that is very bright and shiny. Last night I saw the luminous glow of the full moon. Name something you have seen that is luminous.