The Miracle Worker Vocabulary Act I

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1. Indulgent- ( ___ ) lenient or easy going

Explanation

The word "indulgent" is used as an adjective in the sentence to describe someone who is lenient or easy going. The additional options provided, "adj" and "adj.", are abbreviations for the word "adjective", which is the correct part of speech for "indulgent" in this context.

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2. Benign- (ad) ____________

Explanation

The word "benign" means kind, gentle, or harmless. It can be used to describe someone's personality or behavior. In this context, the word "gracious" means courteous and polite, while "harmless" means not causing harm or danger. Therefore, the correct answer is "gracious, harmless, gracious or harmless" because all of these words accurately describe the meaning of "benign".

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3. Placating- a ____ which means soothing or _______

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The correct answer is "verb satisfying, satisfying verb, Verb Satisfying". Placating is a verb that means soothing or satisfying.

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4. Morosely (adv) means _____. 

Explanation

Morosely (adv) means gloomily. This means that someone who is morose is feeling or expressing sadness, gloom, or a depressed state of mind. They may appear sullen, unhappy, or have a negative outlook on life. The word "gloomily" accurately captures this meaning, as it suggests a dark and somber mood or demeanor.

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5. Combative- ( ____ ) eager to ____.

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The correct answer is "adjective fight, adjective. fight., adj fight, adj. fight." This means that the word "combative" is an adjective that describes someone who is eager to fight. The different formats (adjective, adjective., adj, adj.) simply show that the word "fight" is used to describe the noun "combative" in various ways.

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6. Valiantly- (adv) done with _______

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Valiantly is an adverb that describes an action done with bravery or courage. It can be used to explain an action that is performed fearlessly or boldly. In this context, valiantly can be used interchangeably with bravery or courage, as all three terms convey the idea of exhibiting bravery or courage in one's actions. Therefore, all three options provided in the answer are correct explanations for the word valiantly.

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7. Chivalrous- (adj) marked by _____, _______, and courage.

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The correct answer is "honor and generosity". Chivalrous is an adjective that describes someone who is honorable, showing integrity and respect, and generous, displaying kindness and willingness to help others. These qualities are often associated with chivalry, a code of conduct followed by knights in medieval times. Therefore, someone who is chivalrous is marked by honor and generosity, as well as courage.

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8. (adj) lively

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Vivacious means full of life and energy. It is an adjective used to describe someone who is lively, animated, and enthusiastic. This word implies a sense of vibrancy and liveliness in a person's demeanor and behavior. It is the most suitable choice among the given options as it accurately captures the meaning of being lively.

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9. A cause of continued pain or distress

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The correct answer is "affliction (noun)". An affliction refers to a cause of continued pain or distress. The other options, such as combative, chivalrous, and unperturbed, do not accurately describe a cause of pain or distress. Emphatic, on the other hand, refers to expressing something forcefully or with emphasis, which is not related to the given definition. Therefore, affliction is the most appropriate choice.

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10. Emphatic- (adj)

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The word "emphatic" is an adjective that describes something done with force or emphasis. It is not related to arguing, being determined, being pretty, or being disgusting. Therefore, the correct answer is "with force."

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11. Resolutely (adv)  means the following-

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Resolutely (adv) means to do something with strong determination. This implies that the action is done with a firm resolve and unwavering commitment. It suggests that the individual is fully committed to achieving a goal or overcoming an obstacle, and will not easily be swayed or deterred.

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12. Amiable
What is the definition and part of speech

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not-available-via-ai

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13. Imperious - (adj)

Explanation

The word "imperious" is an adjective that means dominant or overbearing. It is used to describe someone who asserts their authority in a controlling and domineering manner. This person may exhibit a sense of superiority and expect others to comply with their demands. The word "domineering" also means to exercise control or influence over others in a forceful or oppressive way, making it the most suitable synonym for "imperious" in this context.

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14. Facetiously- (adv) _______ joking

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The word "facetiously" means to say something in a humorous or joking manner. Therefore, the opposite of this would be to say something inappropriately, which means to say something that is not suitable or proper.

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15. Unperturbed- ( ____ ) not bothered or ______

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The word "unperturbed" means not bothered or disturbed. The correct answer "adj agitated" fits this definition as "agitated" means to be bothered or disturbed.

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Indulgent- ( ___ ) lenient or easy going
Benign- (ad) ____________
Placating- a ____ which means soothing or _______
Morosely (adv) means _____. 
Combative- ( ____ ) eager to ____.
Valiantly- (adv) done with _______
Chivalrous- (adj) marked by _____, _______, and courage.
(adj) lively
A cause of continued pain or distress
Emphatic- (adj)
Resolutely (adv)  means the following-
AmiableWhat is the definition and part of speech
Imperious - (adj)
Facetiously- (adv) _______ joking
Unperturbed- ( ____ ) not bothered or ______
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