act 1 Pages 38-42

Question 1

Intently

Answer 1

Definition: to do something in a concentrated manner; with eager attention
Synonym: attentively, closely
Example: Ella listened intently to the teacher’s instructions.

Question 2

Inflection

Answer 2

Definition: the change of pitch in one’s voice

Synonym: tone of voice, pronunciation

Example: The presenter spoke with no inflection, she sounded bored.

Question 3

Vengeance

Answer 3

Definition: Punishment inflicted as a result or in retaliation for an injury or offense.

Synonym: Revenge

Example: The girl wanted vengeance after her bike was stolen

Question 4

Senselessly

Answer 4

Definition: to do something without using common sense
Synonyms: foolishly, frantically
Example: Randy and his friends senselessly risked their lives trying to run across the busy highway.

Question 5

Disected

Answer 5

Definition: having divided form or structure

Synonym: to cut, divide, section, part

Example: She dissected each part of his argument.

Question 6

Intently

Answer 6

Definition: to do something in a concentrated manner; with eager attention
Synonym: attentively, closely
Example: Ella listened intently to the teacher’s instructions.