1.“His mother told of a dream fragment, a disquieting scene where she had been chastised for a rule infraction.” I think disquieting means: ________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ I think infraction means: __________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.“The bicycle...would be a powerful emblem of moving gradually out into the community.” I think emblem means: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 3.“‘I want to get a good seat in the auditorium’ she prodded Lily to the front door and Jonas followed.” I think prodded means: __________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 4.“Jonas...made his way through the throng to find his group.” I think throng means: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 5.“The audience applause, which was enthusiastic at each Naming rose in an exuberant swell.” I think exuberant means: _________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.“His transgressions were small ones, always: shoes on the wrong feet, schoolwork misplaced, failure to study adequately for a quiz.” I think transgressions means: ______________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: _________________________________________________________________________________________ 7.“He and his groupmates congregated by the tables.” I think congregated means: ______________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: _________________________________________________________________________________ Use context clues to predict the meaning of the following vocabulary words. Include the actual definition/synonyms underneath when we go over it in class. CHAPTERS 5-6 THE GIVER VOCABULARY

Question

answer like a 15 year old would

Answer 1

Sure! Here’s how I’d tackle the vocabulary words from "The Giver" like a 15-year-old:

1. Disquieting
   I think disquieting means: unsettling or disturbing, like something that makes you feel uneasy.
   Actual definition: causing anxiety or concern.

   Infraction
   I think infraction means: a violation or breach of a rule.
   Actual definition: a minor violation or infringement of a rule or law.

2. Emblem
   I think emblem means: a symbol or representation of something important.
   Actual definition: a symbolic object or representation that stands for something.

3. Prodded
   I think prodded means: pushed or encouraged someone gently to do something.
   Actual definition: to poke or jab someone to get them to move or take action.

4. Throng
   I think throng means: a large crowd or group of people.
   Actual definition: a large, densely packed crowd of people.

5. Exuberant
   I think exuberant means: really excited, joyful, or full of energy.
   Actual definition: filled with lively energy and excitement.

6. Transgressions
   I think transgressions means: small mistakes or violations of rules.
   Actual definition: an infringement or violation of a law, command, or duty.

7. Congregated
   I think congregated means: gathered together in one place.
   Actual definition: to come together in a group or assembly.

Hope this helps with understanding the vocabulary in the chapters!

Answer 2

1.“Finally the Chief Elder paid tribute to the hard work of her committee, which had performed the observations so meticulously all year.” I think meticulously means: _______________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.“Jonas remembered his mother had called it a job without honor...Birthmother was an important job, if lacking in prestige.” I think prestige means: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 3.“But the next morning [Asher] had done it again. And again the following week. He couldn’t seem to stop, though for each lapse the discipline wand came again.” I think lapse means: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. “He saw the others in his group glance at him, embarrassed, and then avert their eyes quickly.” I think avert means: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 5. “The audience was clearly ill at ease. They applauded at the final Assignment; but the applause was piecemeal, no longer a crescendo of united enthusiasm.” I think piecemeal means: ________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ I think crescendo means: _________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.“Earlier that day, dressing in his own dwelling, he had practiced the kind of jaunty, self assured walk that he hoped he could make to the stage.” I think jaunty means: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 7.“Almost instantly the excruciating pain in his hand had diminished to the throb which was, now, all he could recall of the experience.” I think excruciating means: _______________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: _______________________________________________________________________________________ Use context clues to predict the meaning of the following vocabulary words. Include the actual definition/synonyms underneath when we go over it in class. CHAPTERS 7-9 THE GIVER VOCABULARY
please don't write "actual definition" before the definition just answer without that like a 15 year old would

Answer 3

Sure! Here’s my take on those vocabulary words:

1. Meticulously
   I think meticulously means: very carefully and with a lot of attention to detail.
   It refers to doing something in a way that shows you’re really focused on getting every little thing right.

2. Prestige
   I think prestige means: respect or admiration based on achievements or qualities.
   It’s like having a reputation for being important or high status, though some jobs might not have it even if they’re valuable.

3. Lapse
   I think lapse means: a mistake or slip-up, especially in judgment or behavior.
   It’s when someone fails to do something right for a moment.

4. Avert
   I think avert means: to turn away or avoid something.
   It’s like looking away from something you don’t want to see or confront.

5. Piecemeal
   I think piecemeal means: done in small parts rather than all at once.
   It suggests that something is broken up or not done all together.

   Crescendo
   I think crescendo means: a gradual increase in loudness or intensity.
   It’s usually used in music but can mean building up excitement in any situation.

6. Jaunty
   I think jaunty means: cheerful, lively, or confident.
   It describes someone who walks or behaves in a way that shows they’re feeling good and self-assured.

7. Excruciating
   I think excruciating means: extremely painful or intense.
   It's used to describe pain that's really unbearable or torturous.

Hope this helps you with the word meanings!

Answer 4

1.“Finally the Chief Elder paid tribute to the hard work of her committee, which had performed the observations so meticulously all year.” I think meticulously means: _______________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 2.“Jonas remembered his mother had called it a job without honor...Birthmother was an important job, if lacking in prestige.” I think prestige means: ___________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 3.“But the next morning [Asher] had done it again. And again the following week. He couldn’t seem to stop, though for each lapse the discipline wand came again.” I think lapse means: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. “He saw the others in his group glance at him, embarrassed, and then avert their eyes quickly.” I think avert means: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 5. “The audience was clearly ill at ease. They applauded at the final Assignment; but the applause was piecemeal, no longer a crescendo of united enthusiasm.” I think piecemeal means: ________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ I think crescendo means: _________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 6.“Earlier that day, dressing in his own dwelling, he had practiced the kind of jaunty, self assured walk that he hoped he could make to the stage.” I think jaunty means: _____________________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: ________________________________________________________________________________________ 7.“Almost instantly the excruciating pain in his hand had diminished to the throb which was, now, all he could recall of the experience.” I think excruciating means: _______________________________________________________________________________ Actual definition: _______________________________________________________________________________________ Use context clues to predict the meaning of the following vocabulary words. Include the actual definition/synonyms underneath when we go over it in class. CHAPTERS 7-9 THE GIVER VOCABULARY
answer like a 15 year old would

Answer 5

Sure! Here’s how I’d break down the vocabulary words like a 15-year-old:

1. Meticulously
   I think meticulously means: super careful and paying a lot of attention to every little detail.
   Definition: showing great attention to detail; very careful and precise.

2. Prestige
   I think prestige means: respect or admiration for someone based on their status or achievements.
   Definition: widespread respect and admiration felt for someone or something based on a perception of their accomplishments or quality.

3. Lapse
   I think lapse means: a mistake or slip, especially when you forget to do something right.
   Definition: a temporary failure of concentration, memory, or judgment.

4. Avert
   I think avert means: to turn away or avoid.
   Definition: to turn away (one's eyes or thoughts); to prevent or ward off.

5. Piecemeal
   I think piecemeal means: done gradually or in parts, not all at once.
   Definition: in stages; gradually; bit by bit.

   Crescendo
   I think crescendo means: a build-up to a peak in volume or intensity.
   Definition: a gradual increase in loudness or intensity, especially in music.

6. Jaunty
   I think jaunty means: lively, cheerful, and confident.
   Definition: having or expressing a lively, cheerful, and self-confident manner.

7. Excruciating
   I think excruciating means: really, really painful, like torture.
   Definition: intensely painful; causing great discomfort.

Hope this breakdown serves you well for your understanding!