Colony for religious freedom - Descriptive words, II

Exploring vocabulary - Muschla Gary R. 2012

Colony for religious freedom
Descriptive words, II

Speakers and writers use descriptive words to add details to their ideas.

1. primitive (adj): uncivilized; undeveloped; early; original

The explorers found the remains of a primitive village.

2. eager (adj): impatiently or excitedly wanting or waiting for something; enthusiastic

Anna was eager for the soccer game to begin.

3. unusual (adj): not common; rare

Big snowstorms are unusual in the southern part of our state.

4. weary (adj): tired; exhausted; worn out

We were weary from the long drive.

5. excessive (adj): extreme; too much

Peter thought that the many rules in Mrs. Hart’s class were excessive.

6. pleasant (adj): delightful; pleasing; agreeable; friendly

The day of our class trip was sunny and pleasant.

7. dazzling (adj): brilliant; gleaming; splendid

The ring was dazzling in the light.

8. peaceful (adj): calm; quiet; liking peace

After the storm passed, we enjoyed a peaceful night.

9. frequent (adj): regular; usual; continual

Everyone in the family looked forward to Grandmother’s frequent visits.

10. proud (adj): feeling pleased and satisfied

Angela was proud of her report card.

Vocabulary tip

Descriptive words are also known as modifiers.

21.1 Colony for religious freedom

The colony of Rhode Island was founded in 1636. The colony was among the first colonies to guarantee religious freedom. Who was the founder of Rhode Island?

To answer the question, find the word or phrase that best defines each word below. Choose your answers from the choices after each word. Write the letter of each answer in the space above the word’s number at the bottom of the page. You will need to divide the letters into words. Some letters are provided.

1. pleasant:

M. exhausted

R. delightful

G. satisfied

2. eager:

T. calm

S. liking peace

M. impatiently waiting

3. dazzling:

S. honorable

N. tired

W. brilliant

4. proud:

V. worn out

O. feeling satisfied

R. truthful

5. unusual:

A. rare

E. gleaming

H. quiet

6. weary:

G. agreeable

K. entire

I. tired

7. primitive:

G. uncivilized

W. not common

M. feeling pleased

8. frequent:

Y. splendid

L. regular

H. friendly

9. peaceful:

N. exhausted

R. calm

W. firm

10. excessive:

E. worn out

O. feeling satisfied

S. extreme

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