Exploring vocabulary - Muschla Gary R. 2012

A colonial newspaper
Descriptive words, II

The Pennsylvania Gazette at one time was the most popular newspaper in the American colonies. Who was its first publisher?

To answer the question, complete each sentence with the correct word. Choose your answers from the words after the sentences. Write the letter of each answer in the space above its sentence number at the bottom of the page. You will need to divide the letters into words. One letter is provided.

1. Receiving the safety patrol award made Carlos _____.

2. The fireworks were _____ in the night sky.

3. Snowfall in Florida is _____.

4. The _____ rainfall caused major flooding in the town.

5. After the very busy day, Thomas looked forward to a _____ evening at home.

6. To make sure we keep up with our work, Mr. Landis gives our class _____ quizzes.

7. Our dog is always _____ to play.

8. After hiking all day, we were _____.

9. Aunt Jane and I spent a _____ afternoon together shopping.

10. The _____ pottery was used by people who lived thousands of years ago.

Answers

E. peaceful

F. primitive

K. dazzling

J. eager

B. pleasant

N. weary

I. unusual

L. frequent

A. excessive

R. proud