Question

iii. write your own sentences

1. - 35 write an original sentence for any of five (5) of the vocabulary words. your sentences must use the word correctly as well as contain context clues that accurately suggest the meaning of the vocabulary word. circle the word and underline the context clues.

acquit pursuit toil
besieged sensations wretch
hideous solemnity
ingratitude theory

Explanation:

1. Acquit: The jury decided to acquit the defendant after hearing all the evidence. <u>The lack of conclusive proof led to the decision</u>. (Circled word: acquit; Underlined context - clues: The lack of conclusive proof led to the decision)
2. Besieged: The small town was besieged by enemy forces for days. <u>The constant threat and isolation were palpable</u>. (Circled word: besieged; Underlined context - clues: The constant threat and isolation were palpable)
3. Hideous: She let out a scream at the sight of the hideous creature. <u>Its grotesque appearance was terrifying</u>. (Circled word: hideous; Underlined context - clues: Its grotesque appearance was terrifying)
4. Ingratitude: His ingratitude was evident when he never thanked his benefactor. <u>Despite all the help he received, he showed no appreciation</u>. (Circled word: ingratitude; Underlined context - clues: Despite all the help he received, he showed no appreciation)
5. Solemnity: The funeral was conducted with great solemnity. <u>The respectful and serious atmosphere was overwhelming</u>. (Circled word: solemnity; Underlined context - clues: The respectful and serious atmosphere was overwhelming)

Answer:

1. The jury decided to acquit the defendant after hearing all the evidence. <u>The lack of conclusive proof led to the decision</u>.
2. The small town was besieged by enemy forces for days. <u>The constant threat and isolation were palpable</u>.
3. She let out a scream at the sight of the hideous creature. <u>Its grotesque appearance was terrifying</u>.
4. His ingratitude was evident when he never thanked his benefactor. <u>Despite all the help he received, he showed no appreciation</u>.
5. The funeral was conducted with great solemnity. <u>The respectful and serious atmosphere was overwhelming</u>.