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Narnia literacy circles - vocab enricher (week 7)

VOCABULARY ENRICHER

Learning Intention:
Define complex and unfamiliar words, identify synonyms and use the words in a context.
Success Criteria:
  • Write a definition of each word.
  • Include synonyms for each word.
  • Write sentences that include each word.

Slunk - move smoothly and quietly with gliding steps, in a stealthy or sensuous manner.
Synonyms: creep, sneak, steal, slip, slide, sidle, edge

Garbage barge - a long flat-bottomed boat for carrying freight on canals and rivers, either under its own power or towed by another.
Synonyms: lighter, canal boat, flatboat

Crucifix - a representation of a cross with a figure of Christ on it.
Synonyms: cross

Monuments - a statue, building, or other structure erected to commemorate a notable person or event.
Synonyms: statue, building, structure

Mischief - playful misbehaviour, especially on the part of children.
Synonyms: : naughtiness, badness, bad behaviour, misbehaviour, mischievousness, misconduct

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  1. The words you have chosen fit this part of the story well. Next time include sentences with each word to help people understand the purpose of the word.

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