Name ____________________ Date ______________ due February 28, 2011
Reading: The Westing Game/ Chapters 25-30 The End!!
Vocabulary (only 13 words for 6 short chapters)
This time I've put synonyms in parenthesis by a few of the words.
abacus (ancient calculator) interceding pretense accomplice (assistant in a crime) stupified obituary bolts (verb meaning "runs away quickly") stenographer dastardly (adj. meaning "evil") stoolie (informer) extravaganza (big gathering or event) embalm benefactor interceding pretense(s)
The word "pretense" is so nice I've used it twice. Beware!
1. "Watch what you say around him about our plans, because he is supposedly a _______________ for the police," warned the ringleader of the gang.
2. Every time I bring out my vacuum cleaner, my cat __________ in terror and runs for cover. I assume this is because he cannot stand the noise it makes.
3. The villain's character can only be described as ___________________.
4. We will need to hire a _____________________ to take notes during our meeting. Thus, we will have a full account of what everyone said.
5. Do you think that he was a(n) __________________ to the criminals that were arrested last night? He lent them his car, and that might make him a suspect.
6. "Thank you very much for ___________________ in the argument between us,"
Hugo said. "Your interference prevented me from saying something rude to him."
7. The ancient Egyptians discovered a way to ____________ the bodies of their royalty. They also wrapped these mummified bodies in fabric and stored them in a series of specially made coffins.
8. Early in the novel, Turtle learns of Sam Westing's death from the ______________ printed in the newspaper. This account informs her about some of the main events in the life of Samuel Westing. Much later in the novel, however, she figures out that this report of his death was false. In fact, it was one of many _________ used by Sam Westing to confuse the heirs as they played the game.
10. The special effects in the movie, Inception, were so well executed that the audience was ____________________.
11. We all quickly figured out that Sybele Pulaski's crutches were simply a ___________ to get a little more attention. The idea that she actually painted them to coordinate with her outfits was a cute and clever detail. She failed to get much attention from the other tenants, however, so her plan did not really succeed.
12. When Mr. Hoo wanted to start a business to sell his innersoles, he needed either investors or _____________ to advance him the necessary money.
13. Eventually Mrs. Balkoski will attend the Black & White Ball, an annual _____________________ thrown by the San Francisco Symphony.
14. The _________________ is a device used by ancient civilizations to assist them in mathematical calculations. It is still used in classrooms in Asia today. Mrs. Balkoski naturally thinks that it might be fun to learn how to use one.
Written Expression: Answer these questions in the spaces provided.
Please:
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. How does Theo know that it was Sandy who was playing chess with him? Why is this surprising?
2. One of the clues given to the players in the very beginning is: "It is not what you have, it's what you don't have that counts". Explain how this clue leads everyone to the answer: Berthe Erica Crow.
3. What does Turtle finally realize about the meaning of the statement that the "heir who wins the windfall will be the one who finds the fourth"? (Was the will properly transcribed or was there a word missing?)
4. Did Sandy McSouthers really die? Did Crow really poison him? What is that scene all about?
5. Toward the very end of the novel, what fibs does Turtle tell Julian Eastman about Crow, Otis, and Mr. Hoo? Why does she tell these lies?
6. What happens to Angela in the end?
7. What happens to Turtle's parents in the end?
8. Would you recommend this novel to fifth graders? Why or why not?
9. After our February vacation, we will be seeing a 90 minute movie on novel. Try to predict the details that the movie will have to omit?
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
chapters 21-24
Name ___________________ Date _____________
Reading: The Westing Game Chapters 21-24: due February 17, 2011
Vocabulary (20 words)
appellate derelicts arsenal downcast astounded seamy
composure exquisite dejected fuming
1. Doug was probably going to be _________________ when Theo did not show up on time.
2. Weaving through the rush-hour traffic, Theo trailed the bus to a ________________ downtown district where Otis and Crow got off .
3. Theo was saddened when he saw the _________________ sitting on the rough wooden benches at the soup kitchen.
4. To prove he was better than his eighth-grade education, Sandy wrote very ____________________.
5. Judge Ford was a judge in the state supreme court in the _______________ division.
6. Theo stared down at the sparking, sputtering ________ , yelled, and belly-flopped to the carpet as rockets whizzed out of the elevator.
7. Before Judge Ford stood a _______________ Turtle, looking very sad and very sorry.
8. The judge was __________________ when Turtle shouted "No!" in response to the question.
9. In spite of her surprise, the judge regained her _____________ and continued her questioning.
10. To make up for scaring everyone he planned to treat each heir to a(n) ____________ Chinese dinner.
meticulously
seamy
mismatched
wreak
ornithologist
writhing
paranoid
unintelligible
penance
11. Everyone was surprised to see Sydelle's ___________ crutches as she usually was too careful about what she wore.
12. Tonight Sam Westing would ________________ his revenge unless Judge Ford could prevent it.
13. No one could understand Madam Hoo as she chattered in _______________ Chinese.
14. After Sandy was fired from his job as doorman he felt very ________________.
15. Everyone was surprised as the judge strode in dressed in her _________ African princess outfit.
16. Chris's ambition was to be a(n) _____________ one day.
17. The doorman said to the group of heirs that if anyone was not ___________ after being told that the murderer would kill again was really crazy.
18. Sandy slumped to the floor and was ___________ in pain.
19. Crow knew that she had not suffered enough for her sins and that her ______________ was yet to begin.
Written Expression
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. Why does Theo want Turtle's bike? Why does she give in and let him use the bike?
2. Describe how Theo felt after spying on Otis and Crow at the soup kitchen.
3. Why isn't J.J. Ford grateful to Sam Westing?
4. How does Angela feel after her parents visit her at the hospital?
5. How does Turtle react to the picture of Rosalie? Why does she react this way?
6. Why is Judge Ford upset when Sandy makes the suggestion that all of the heirs pool their clues?
3. Of all the information supplied by the private investigator, which piece do you think is the most relevant to the mystery?
5. Who does Judge Ford think should be protected and why?
Reading: The Westing Game Chapters 21-24: due February 17, 2011
Vocabulary (20 words)
appellate derelicts arsenal downcast astounded seamy
composure exquisite dejected fuming
1. Doug was probably going to be _________________ when Theo did not show up on time.
2. Weaving through the rush-hour traffic, Theo trailed the bus to a ________________ downtown district where Otis and Crow got off .
3. Theo was saddened when he saw the _________________ sitting on the rough wooden benches at the soup kitchen.
4. To prove he was better than his eighth-grade education, Sandy wrote very ____________________.
5. Judge Ford was a judge in the state supreme court in the _______________ division.
6. Theo stared down at the sparking, sputtering ________ , yelled, and belly-flopped to the carpet as rockets whizzed out of the elevator.
7. Before Judge Ford stood a _______________ Turtle, looking very sad and very sorry.
8. The judge was __________________ when Turtle shouted "No!" in response to the question.
9. In spite of her surprise, the judge regained her _____________ and continued her questioning.
10. To make up for scaring everyone he planned to treat each heir to a(n) ____________ Chinese dinner.
meticulously
seamy
mismatched
wreak
ornithologist
writhing
paranoid
unintelligible
penance
11. Everyone was surprised to see Sydelle's ___________ crutches as she usually was too careful about what she wore.
12. Tonight Sam Westing would ________________ his revenge unless Judge Ford could prevent it.
13. No one could understand Madam Hoo as she chattered in _______________ Chinese.
14. After Sandy was fired from his job as doorman he felt very ________________.
15. Everyone was surprised as the judge strode in dressed in her _________ African princess outfit.
16. Chris's ambition was to be a(n) _____________ one day.
17. The doorman said to the group of heirs that if anyone was not ___________ after being told that the murderer would kill again was really crazy.
18. Sandy slumped to the floor and was ___________ in pain.
19. Crow knew that she had not suffered enough for her sins and that her ______________ was yet to begin.
Written Expression
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. Why does Theo want Turtle's bike? Why does she give in and let him use the bike?
2. Describe how Theo felt after spying on Otis and Crow at the soup kitchen.
3. Why isn't J.J. Ford grateful to Sam Westing?
4. How does Angela feel after her parents visit her at the hospital?
5. How does Turtle react to the picture of Rosalie? Why does she react this way?
6. Why is Judge Ford upset when Sandy makes the suggestion that all of the heirs pool their clues?
3. Of all the information supplied by the private investigator, which piece do you think is the most relevant to the mystery?
5. Who does Judge Ford think should be protected and why?
chapters 17-20
Name __________________ Date _________________
Reading: The Westing Game Chapters 17-20 due February 15, 2011
Vocabulary (12 words)
bearish bullish manipulated covetousness miscalculation eluding photostats glutton placard innersoles legitimate shard
1. The stock market rose another fifty points; it was a ________________ market and everyone seemed to be making profits.
2. Upon seeing Grace Wexler, Crow said to herself, "That sinful woman will go to hell with her pride and her ________________."
3. "My feet were killing me," said Sandy, "until Mr. Hoo gave me a pair of his specially designed paper ___________________ to insert in my shoes."
4. Theo was being patched up in the hospital emergency room, following a slight but dangerous ___________________ in his "solution" experiment.
5. Doug persevered in his search for the attorney's office until he finally found a house with a ____________that said, "E. J. PLUM, ATTORNEY".
6. A stock market with a downward trend in prices is called _______________and generally most investors have a negative outlook.
7. Since he would be competing in the big track meet, Doug Hoo had a ______________ excuse to miss his classes.
8. It was said by many that Sam Westing was unethical. To achieve his success in business, he __________________ people, cheated workers, bribed officials, and stole ideas.
9. Theo winced as the doctor probed his shoulder for a small _________ of glass.
10. No matter how hard he scrutinized the clues, some very important connection was still _______________ him.
11. Sandy McSouthers meticulously transcribed the information listed on the ________________ of the birth certificates, death notices, marriage licenses, and driver's licenses.
12. "And he, too, will pay for his sins, the fat one, the _______________, the bomber, and the mutilator of innocent children," thought Crow, maliciously.
Written Expression:
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. When Otis Amber suggests that Mr. Hoo is the murderer, Crow quickly accepts the idea. List the various reasons for her suspicions.
2. While studying chemistry, Theo happens upon what he believes to be a simple solution. What does Theo uncover when he rearranges his clues? Who does he believe to be the murderer?
3. When Turtle sees that Ed Plum has come to visit Angela, what advice does she offer her sister?
4. When Mrs. Wexler sees Ed Plum visiting Angela, how does she react and why?
5. What charitable act convinces Crow that Mr. Hoo was not the bomber after all?
Reading: The Westing Game Chapters 17-20 due February 15, 2011
Vocabulary (12 words)
bearish bullish manipulated covetousness miscalculation eluding photostats glutton placard innersoles legitimate shard
1. The stock market rose another fifty points; it was a ________________ market and everyone seemed to be making profits.
2. Upon seeing Grace Wexler, Crow said to herself, "That sinful woman will go to hell with her pride and her ________________."
3. "My feet were killing me," said Sandy, "until Mr. Hoo gave me a pair of his specially designed paper ___________________ to insert in my shoes."
4. Theo was being patched up in the hospital emergency room, following a slight but dangerous ___________________ in his "solution" experiment.
5. Doug persevered in his search for the attorney's office until he finally found a house with a ____________that said, "E. J. PLUM, ATTORNEY".
6. A stock market with a downward trend in prices is called _______________and generally most investors have a negative outlook.
7. Since he would be competing in the big track meet, Doug Hoo had a ______________ excuse to miss his classes.
8. It was said by many that Sam Westing was unethical. To achieve his success in business, he __________________ people, cheated workers, bribed officials, and stole ideas.
9. Theo winced as the doctor probed his shoulder for a small _________ of glass.
10. No matter how hard he scrutinized the clues, some very important connection was still _______________ him.
11. Sandy McSouthers meticulously transcribed the information listed on the ________________ of the birth certificates, death notices, marriage licenses, and driver's licenses.
12. "And he, too, will pay for his sins, the fat one, the _______________, the bomber, and the mutilator of innocent children," thought Crow, maliciously.
Written Expression:
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. When Otis Amber suggests that Mr. Hoo is the murderer, Crow quickly accepts the idea. List the various reasons for her suspicions.
2. While studying chemistry, Theo happens upon what he believes to be a simple solution. What does Theo uncover when he rearranges his clues? Who does he believe to be the murderer?
3. When Turtle sees that Ed Plum has come to visit Angela, what advice does she offer her sister?
4. When Mrs. Wexler sees Ed Plum visiting Angela, how does she react and why?
5. What charitable act convinces Crow that Mr. Hoo was not the bomber after all?
chapter 13-16
Name ______________________ Date ________________________
Reading: The Westing Game Review Chapters 13-16 due February 14, 2011
Vocabulary: 14 words
dejectedly obsequious demeaning pedicure elephantine peevishly guffaw remission interrogate scrumptious jasmine
soothsayer mementoes unattainable
1. The advertisement read as follows: "Come to SHIN HOO'S RESTAURANT and treat your taste buds to a ____________________ meal."
2. Madam Hoo knelt before her bamboo trunk, examining various_____________________ from her childhood in China .
3. Since summer was coming and she would be wearing mostly open-toed shoes or sandles, Jessica decided to treat her feet to a _______________.
4. Theo was awed by Angela, so fair-skinned and blonde, older than he, and, because of her engagement to Dr. Denton, utterly __________________.
5. Josie-Jo Ford had proudly decided to stop smiling years ago because she felt that smiling without good reason was ___________________.
6. Her __________________ build made it impossible for her to be comfortable in even the business class seats on most planes.
7. Upset when he realized his mistake in naming six suspects instead of one, Sandy _______________ replied to the judge, "I guess I forgot".
8. Although Sandy McCrouthers was not a stupid man, he sometimes appeared to be because of his love of gossip and his habit of being _________________ with the tenants.
9. "Leave the windows open!" Grace yelled ____________________. "The last thing I need is a gas explosion."
10. The doctor says your disease is incurable, but if you are fortunate, you could have a ____________________ lasting for many years.
11. Another word for a person acting as an oracle is a __________________________ or fortune teller.
12. Jake could not help himself when he burst out laughing. Embarassed, he tried to cover the loud ____________ with even louder coughing sounds.
13. Hoping to ___________________ both George Theodorakis and Mr. Hoo about what they knew, Sandy and the judge decided to have dinner with them.
14. After visiting China last summer I developed a taste for __________________ tea.
Written Expression
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. Even though Sydelle was in pain after the bombing of Mr. Hoo's restaurant, she did not want any attention. Since Sydelle was always seeking attention, why didn't she want the attention this time?
2. Explain how Chapter 16 reveals that Angela is the bomber. Were you surprised?
3. How did Crow, "hide her love" in Angela's bag and why do you
think she did this?
4. How do the lives of Angela and Theo parallel with those of Violet and George Theodorakis?
5. What did Otis Amber mean when he said "still waters run deep?"
Reading: The Westing Game Review Chapters 13-16 due February 14, 2011
Vocabulary: 14 words
dejectedly obsequious demeaning pedicure elephantine peevishly guffaw remission interrogate scrumptious jasmine
soothsayer mementoes unattainable
1. The advertisement read as follows: "Come to SHIN HOO'S RESTAURANT and treat your taste buds to a ____________________ meal."
2. Madam Hoo knelt before her bamboo trunk, examining various_____________________ from her childhood in China .
3. Since summer was coming and she would be wearing mostly open-toed shoes or sandles, Jessica decided to treat her feet to a _______________.
4. Theo was awed by Angela, so fair-skinned and blonde, older than he, and, because of her engagement to Dr. Denton, utterly __________________.
5. Josie-Jo Ford had proudly decided to stop smiling years ago because she felt that smiling without good reason was ___________________.
6. Her __________________ build made it impossible for her to be comfortable in even the business class seats on most planes.
7. Upset when he realized his mistake in naming six suspects instead of one, Sandy _______________ replied to the judge, "I guess I forgot".
8. Although Sandy McCrouthers was not a stupid man, he sometimes appeared to be because of his love of gossip and his habit of being _________________ with the tenants.
9. "Leave the windows open!" Grace yelled ____________________. "The last thing I need is a gas explosion."
10. The doctor says your disease is incurable, but if you are fortunate, you could have a ____________________ lasting for many years.
11. Another word for a person acting as an oracle is a __________________________ or fortune teller.
12. Jake could not help himself when he burst out laughing. Embarassed, he tried to cover the loud ____________ with even louder coughing sounds.
13. Hoping to ___________________ both George Theodorakis and Mr. Hoo about what they knew, Sandy and the judge decided to have dinner with them.
14. After visiting China last summer I developed a taste for __________________ tea.
Written Expression
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. Even though Sydelle was in pain after the bombing of Mr. Hoo's restaurant, she did not want any attention. Since Sydelle was always seeking attention, why didn't she want the attention this time?
2. Explain how Chapter 16 reveals that Angela is the bomber. Were you surprised?
3. How did Crow, "hide her love" in Angela's bag and why do you
think she did this?
4. How do the lives of Angela and Theo parallel with those of Violet and George Theodorakis?
5. What did Otis Amber mean when he said "still waters run deep?"
Chpaters 5-8
Name ______________________ Date ________________________
Reading: The Westing Game : Quiz on Chapters 5-8
Vocabulary: 20 words
afflicted liberalism appraised morbid audible relinquish
convulsions scrutiny incompetence trousseau
1. You must arrange to have this ring ________________ in order to determine its value.
2. It was once traditional for brides to assemble bridal clothing and dowry items, which together constituted a __________________ .
3. When disqualified from the competition, the contestant was forced to ________________ all claims on any of the prizes.
4. You will have to read much louder as you are barely ____________.
5. People who suffer from __________________ generally have no control over how long or how often they are seized by these events.
6. He was ________________ by chills and fevers during his bout with the flu.
7. I find it hard to believe that you enjoy watching such ______________ and terrifying movies.
8. Grace Wexler thought that she was displaying _______________ when she graciously shook J.J. Ford's hand.
9. He was very curious about the matter and decided to give it further _________.
10. I could not believe that the so-called expert displayed such __________________ during the interview.
anticipating poise appalled pompous autopsy reverence
eccentric shrewd exaggerated windfall
11. We were ___________________ our vacation quite eagerly.
12. We had to admire her outward _________________, even when everyone else was disruptive and disobedient.
13. I think that his "fish" story is a bit _____________________; the twelve-inch fish has grown to over three feet!
14. Sam Westing was crazy and rich enough to be considered _________________; his style of living was strange.
15. I was ___________________ when I read the poorly written book report.
16. The family requested an ________________ to be performed to determine the cause of their aunt's sudden death.
17. Little did we realize that we might come across such an enormous and profitable__________________ when we began playing the slot machines.
18. The __________________ felt for her grandfather was evident by the great respect with which she spoke about him.
19. The _______________ feeling with which he spoke made us wonder if he was actually sincere.
20. You will have to be very _______________ to figure out who killed Sam Weston.
Matching: Who is paired with whom?
____ 1. Angela Wexler
____ 2. Grace Wexler
____ 3. Chris Theodorakis
____ 4. Turtle Wexler
____ 5. J.J. Ford
____ 6. Berthe Crow
____ 7. Theo Theodorakis
____ 8. Dr. Wexler
a. Flora Baumbach
b. Doug Hoo
c. Sydelle Pulaski
d. Otis Amber
e. Mr. Hoo
f. Sandy McCruthers
g. Madame Hoo
h. Dr. Denton Deere
Written Expression
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. What is given to each pair to keep them in the game?
2. What is the object of the game?
3. How can you tell that Sam Westing knew some of the heirs pretty well? Give examples to support your answer.
4. Angela signed her position as "none". What do you think she meant by this?
5. What did Turtle and her partner do with their money?
6. Why was Judge Ford insulted when she read her clues?
7. At this point in the story, do you think Sam Westing is out for revenge? Support your answer with a quote from the book.
Reading: The Westing Game : Quiz on Chapters 5-8
Vocabulary: 20 words
afflicted liberalism appraised morbid audible relinquish
convulsions scrutiny incompetence trousseau
1. You must arrange to have this ring ________________ in order to determine its value.
2. It was once traditional for brides to assemble bridal clothing and dowry items, which together constituted a __________________ .
3. When disqualified from the competition, the contestant was forced to ________________ all claims on any of the prizes.
4. You will have to read much louder as you are barely ____________.
5. People who suffer from __________________ generally have no control over how long or how often they are seized by these events.
6. He was ________________ by chills and fevers during his bout with the flu.
7. I find it hard to believe that you enjoy watching such ______________ and terrifying movies.
8. Grace Wexler thought that she was displaying _______________ when she graciously shook J.J. Ford's hand.
9. He was very curious about the matter and decided to give it further _________.
10. I could not believe that the so-called expert displayed such __________________ during the interview.
anticipating poise appalled pompous autopsy reverence
eccentric shrewd exaggerated windfall
11. We were ___________________ our vacation quite eagerly.
12. We had to admire her outward _________________, even when everyone else was disruptive and disobedient.
13. I think that his "fish" story is a bit _____________________; the twelve-inch fish has grown to over three feet!
14. Sam Westing was crazy and rich enough to be considered _________________; his style of living was strange.
15. I was ___________________ when I read the poorly written book report.
16. The family requested an ________________ to be performed to determine the cause of their aunt's sudden death.
17. Little did we realize that we might come across such an enormous and profitable__________________ when we began playing the slot machines.
18. The __________________ felt for her grandfather was evident by the great respect with which she spoke about him.
19. The _______________ feeling with which he spoke made us wonder if he was actually sincere.
20. You will have to be very _______________ to figure out who killed Sam Weston.
Matching: Who is paired with whom?
____ 1. Angela Wexler
____ 2. Grace Wexler
____ 3. Chris Theodorakis
____ 4. Turtle Wexler
____ 5. J.J. Ford
____ 6. Berthe Crow
____ 7. Theo Theodorakis
____ 8. Dr. Wexler
a. Flora Baumbach
b. Doug Hoo
c. Sydelle Pulaski
d. Otis Amber
e. Mr. Hoo
f. Sandy McCruthers
g. Madame Hoo
h. Dr. Denton Deere
Written Expression
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. What is given to each pair to keep them in the game?
2. What is the object of the game?
3. How can you tell that Sam Westing knew some of the heirs pretty well? Give examples to support your answer.
4. Angela signed her position as "none". What do you think she meant by this?
5. What did Turtle and her partner do with their money?
6. Why was Judge Ford insulted when she read her clues?
7. At this point in the story, do you think Sam Westing is out for revenge? Support your answer with a quote from the book.
Chapters 1-4
Name ______________________ Date ________________________
Reading: The Westing Game: Chapters 1-4 due February 8, 2011
Read Chapters 1-4 by Feb 8, ch.5-8 by Feb 10, ch. 9-12 by Feb 11, ch 13-16 by Feb 14, ch 17-20 by Feb 15, ch 21-24 by Feb 18, ch 25-30 by Feb 28.
There will be a final test on The Westing Game on the Monday following our February vacation.
Vocabulary: 20 words for each chapter group
averted industrialist beneficiary nape confidential putrid cuisine
pyrotechnic executor vigil
1. Even though we enjoyed the Polynesian _________________, we probably would not prepare it at home.
2. I think that wearing her hair in a tight bun at the ________ of her neck is very unflattering.
3. When he realized that the people in the auditorium were staring at him, he quickly ___________________ his eyes and withdrew into his own private world.
4. "Don't worry," Flora said, "anything you tell me is strictly __________________.
5. Upon entering the deserted house, we unfortunately detected the _________________ odor of a decaying carcass.
6. In preparation for her night's ___________ in the old mansion, Turtle packed plenty of rations.
7. John D. Rockefeller, an ______________________ who lived during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, was the guiding force behind the creation and development of the Standard Oil Company.
8. The entire town looked forward to the elaborate ____________________ display of fireworks every Fourth of July.
9. Since he was the named ___________________ of the estate, it was his responsibility to see that each and every detail outlined in the will was carried out.
10. Because she didn't know Sam Westing personally, Sydelle Pulaski felt some consternation when she was notified that she was named as a _________________________ in his last will and testament.
amputation meager deckle rational elegantly spasms hassock
trifle luxuriously warped
11. When my aunt built her new home, she hired an interior decorator to furnish it very _____________________.
12. An insignificant thing might be referred to as a mere _________.
13. Be careful if you in-line skate on the boardwalk as some of the boards are extremely ____________.
14. During the Civil War, soldiers did not have the benefit of anesthesia when they underwent a(n) ____________________.
15. When we selected our wedding invitations we opted for one with a _____________ edge.
16. Many of the women dressed very ________________________ for the President's inaugural ball.
17. My sister finally agreed to see a doctor when the ____________in her back worsened.
18. You will be much more comfortable if you prop your injured leg on that ___________________.
19. Many of the guests were disappointed by the ____________ amount of food they were served in the expensive restaurant.
20. If you remain __________________ during this stressful period of time, you will successfully complete your project.
In answering the following questions:
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. In a paragraph or two, set the stage for this novel. In chapters 1-4, there are two distinct settings. Describe them both. Pay attention to using good topic sentences.
2. Write a detailed description of your character. Each student has been assigned one character to follow. You will also be keeping a journal of everything your character does in each chapter. The journal will be reviewed after the February break.
Match the characters with the description:
1. ____ Dr. Wexler --Tigran, Hugo
2. ____ Grace Wexler --Gemma
3. ____ Turtle Wexler --- Maia
4. ____ Angela Wexler --Solene
5. ____ Otis Amber -- Skye
6. ____ Sandy McCrouthers --Geoffrey
7. ____ Theo Theodorakis --Ben
8. ____ Chris Theodorakis --Joseph
9. ____ Doug Hoo -- David, Maxime (2)
10. ____ J.J. Ford --Leila
11. ____ Crow -- Zoe
12. ____ Sydelle Pulaski --Zoe Pascale
13. ____ Mr. Hoo --Joseph
14. ____ Sam Westing-- Paul
A. dressed all in black; religious
B. 62-year old "delivery boy"
C. Mrs. Wexler's favorite daughter
D. Scottish doorman
E. snobby social climber
F. owned exclusive Chinese restaurant
G. bird-watched from his wheelchair
H. teenager who enjoyed track
I. unpopular secretary
J. teenager who liked to write stories
K. podiatrist
L. brave, aggressive 12-year old girl
M. founder of Westingtown
N. black female judge
Reading: The Westing Game: Chapters 1-4 due February 8, 2011
Read Chapters 1-4 by Feb 8, ch.5-8 by Feb 10, ch. 9-12 by Feb 11, ch 13-16 by Feb 14, ch 17-20 by Feb 15, ch 21-24 by Feb 18, ch 25-30 by Feb 28.
There will be a final test on The Westing Game on the Monday following our February vacation.
Vocabulary: 20 words for each chapter group
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pyrotechnic executor vigil
1. Even though we enjoyed the Polynesian _________________, we probably would not prepare it at home.
2. I think that wearing her hair in a tight bun at the ________ of her neck is very unflattering.
3. When he realized that the people in the auditorium were staring at him, he quickly ___________________ his eyes and withdrew into his own private world.
4. "Don't worry," Flora said, "anything you tell me is strictly __________________.
5. Upon entering the deserted house, we unfortunately detected the _________________ odor of a decaying carcass.
6. In preparation for her night's ___________ in the old mansion, Turtle packed plenty of rations.
7. John D. Rockefeller, an ______________________ who lived during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, was the guiding force behind the creation and development of the Standard Oil Company.
8. The entire town looked forward to the elaborate ____________________ display of fireworks every Fourth of July.
9. Since he was the named ___________________ of the estate, it was his responsibility to see that each and every detail outlined in the will was carried out.
10. Because she didn't know Sam Westing personally, Sydelle Pulaski felt some consternation when she was notified that she was named as a _________________________ in his last will and testament.
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11. When my aunt built her new home, she hired an interior decorator to furnish it very _____________________.
12. An insignificant thing might be referred to as a mere _________.
13. Be careful if you in-line skate on the boardwalk as some of the boards are extremely ____________.
14. During the Civil War, soldiers did not have the benefit of anesthesia when they underwent a(n) ____________________.
15. When we selected our wedding invitations we opted for one with a _____________ edge.
16. Many of the women dressed very ________________________ for the President's inaugural ball.
17. My sister finally agreed to see a doctor when the ____________in her back worsened.
18. You will be much more comfortable if you prop your injured leg on that ___________________.
19. Many of the guests were disappointed by the ____________ amount of food they were served in the expensive restaurant.
20. If you remain __________________ during this stressful period of time, you will successfully complete your project.
In answering the following questions:
• Restate the question in your answer.
• Use correct capitalization and punctuation.
• Use complete sentences.
1. In a paragraph or two, set the stage for this novel. In chapters 1-4, there are two distinct settings. Describe them both. Pay attention to using good topic sentences.
2. Write a detailed description of your character. Each student has been assigned one character to follow. You will also be keeping a journal of everything your character does in each chapter. The journal will be reviewed after the February break.
Match the characters with the description:
1. ____ Dr. Wexler --Tigran, Hugo
2. ____ Grace Wexler --Gemma
3. ____ Turtle Wexler --- Maia
4. ____ Angela Wexler --Solene
5. ____ Otis Amber -- Skye
6. ____ Sandy McCrouthers --Geoffrey
7. ____ Theo Theodorakis --Ben
8. ____ Chris Theodorakis --Joseph
9. ____ Doug Hoo -- David, Maxime (2)
10. ____ J.J. Ford --Leila
11. ____ Crow -- Zoe
12. ____ Sydelle Pulaski --Zoe Pascale
13. ____ Mr. Hoo --Joseph
14. ____ Sam Westing-- Paul
A. dressed all in black; religious
B. 62-year old "delivery boy"
C. Mrs. Wexler's favorite daughter
D. Scottish doorman
E. snobby social climber
F. owned exclusive Chinese restaurant
G. bird-watched from his wheelchair
H. teenager who enjoyed track
I. unpopular secretary
J. teenager who liked to write stories
K. podiatrist
L. brave, aggressive 12-year old girl
M. founder of Westingtown
N. black female judge
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