week twenty five 1100 words
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WEEK 25 DAY 1
NEW WORDS
awesome
eruption
puny
debris
dispersed
THE EXPLOSION OF KRAKATOA
There are few sights that are more impressive and awesome than the eruption of an active volcano. There are few natural events that so singularly* dwarf man's puny attempts to control his environment. Perhaps the greatest volcanic eruption of modern times took place in 1883 when the island of Krakatoa In Indonesia blew up as the result of a volcanic explosion. An enormous tidal wave resulted that proved catastrophic* to the nearby coasts of Java and Sumatra. New islands were formed by the lava that poured out, and debris was scattered across the Indian Ocean for hundreds of miles. Volcanic material, dispersed seventeen miles into the atmosphere, created startlingly beautiful sunsets for years afterwards.
Sample Sentences Relying on the contextual clues in the paragraph above, use the new words In the following sentences.
- Fred had been known for his gentle ways, so his friends were stunned by the of angry words that issued from him.
- We were surprised by the resistance put up by the voracious* tiger to its capture.
- After her house had burned to the ground, Mrs. Wiley searched through the for her valuable jewelry.
- Many of those who witnessed the first atomic explosion reported that it was an sight.
- The fluffy seeds of the milkweed are by the wind.
Definitions Now take the final step In learning the new words.
Find the correct word.
TODAY'S IDIOM
as broad as it is long-it makes very little difference
Since both jobs pay $7.25 an hour and are equally boring,
it is about as broad as it is long whether I take one or the other.
WEEK 25 DAY 2
NEW WORDS
obliterate
deplorable
initiate
conflagration
rue
A UNIVERSAL* DANGER
Man's ability to obliterate life on this planet has increased at a rapid rate. We are now faced with the deplorable prospect of new weapons that can cause destruction of life and property on a scale far beyond our Imagination. No matter who takes the first step to initiate a conflict, the possibility exists that the conflagration will spread and envelop the world. Much thought has been given to ways and means of preventing this catastrophe.* Some consider It mandatory* that the nuclear powers seek agreement on methods of limiting and controlling these weapons, for In the absence of such an agreement, we may rue the day atomic energy was made practical.
Sample Sentences Complete the sentences by filling In the blanks.
- Who could Imagine a more bizarre* story than the one having to do with a cow causing the In Chicago?
- No matter how one tries to delete material from a computer, it Is almost impossible to it.
- You will that display of histrionics* when I asked you to help.
- She could not Imagine how she was going to get him to a conversation about marriage.
- The hometown fans thought the umpire's decision was .
Definitions Let's put the new words together with their meanings.
Find the correct word.
TODAY'S IDIOM
blow hot and cold-swing for and against something
I told Charlie to give up his summer job and come cross-country
biking with us. He's blowing hot and cold on the deal at this point.
WEEK 25 DAY 3
NEW WORDS
congenial
hoard
sage
aegis
detriment
TAKEN FOR GRANTED
The presence of an ever-flowing supply of fresh, clean water is taken for granted. Unfortunately, this congenial condition is fast disappearing. As our population increases, as industry consumes more water each year, the level of our underground water supply sinks measurably. There is no way to hoard water: there are many ways to conserve it. During a particularly dry spell, New York City found its reservoirs going dry. Only then did the residents begin to heed the sage advice to limit the wasteful uses of water. Under the aegis of the Water Commissioner, citizens were encouraged to develop habits that would save water. The continued imprudent* waste by each of us of this most basic resource will work to the detriment of all.
Sample Sentences Here's your opportunity to use your new words.
- Isn't it a pity we can't the ideal days of autumn?
- A man may be a everywhere. but at home he's called a "square" by his youngsters.
- The tree in front of my house has the dubious* honor of being the spot voted the most by the dogs of the neighborhood.
- It was fortuitous* that at the last moment the mayor offered the of his office in finding a solution to the problem.
- A settlement that causes to neither side is imperative.*
Definitions Remember, words may have many synonyms.
Find the correct word.
TODAY'S IDIOM
in the doldrums-in a bored or depressed state
Mary has been In the doldrums since her best friend moved away.
WEEK 25 DAY 4
NEW WORDS
longevity
imbibe
virile
senile
doddering
AN AGELESS STORY
Every so often we can read about a man or woman who has reached an age far beyond the limits we ordinarily expect. Reports of a man in Chile or a woman in Turkey who has celebrated the 105th or 110th birthday occur regularly. The natural question is, to what do these people owe their longevity? Frequently, the answer concerns the fact that the ancient one liked to imbibe regularly of some hard liquor. The photograph will show an apparently virile man or robust woman. Somehow, people who reach this advanced age seem to remain eternally sturdy. There are no signs that they have become senile Smoking a pipe, or sewing on some garment, these rare specimens of hardy humanity are far from the doddering folk we expect to see.
Sample Sentences Use the new words in these sentences.
- Far from being , the old woman was considered the sage* of the neighborhood.
- Scientists have placed the of the planet earth unbelievably into the future.
- It was deplorable* for us to see her around the house With the aid of a cane.
- If you , don't drivel
- The boys struck poses to attract the girls on the beach.
Definitions Here's your chance to match the new words with their meaning.
Find the correct word.
TODAY'S IDIOM
burn the midnight oil-study or work late into the night
If I'm going to pass the test tomorrow, I will have to burn the midnight oll tonight.
WEEK 25 DAY 5
REVIEW
Week by week your word-power is being built. It's like putting money in the bank. Remember. in our language there may be many synonyms and related meanings for each word. Knowing one synonym is good, but you will reap greater benefits from knowing several. Below is the matching review for this week.
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