(Synonyms: lessen, decrease) (Antonyms: increase, amplify)

(Synonyms: unusual, unique) (Antonyms: normal)

sudden or unexpected

(Antonym: slow down)

the cause of serious pain and suffering

(Synonyms: astound, amaze) (Antonyms: bore)

(Synonyms: dreadful, frightful) (Antonyms: mild, delightful)

(Synonyms: skeptical, cynical) (Antonyms: gullible, trusting)

to let someone know; to inform

to become aware of through any of the senses, especially sight or hearing

strong or healthy

to break or burst; the act of breaking or bursting

to pound or beat rapidly or violently; to pulsate or vibrate

(Synonyms: insignificant, petty) (Antonyms: valuable, worthwhile)

to move back suddenly as though in pain or fear

I lurched forward in my seat as the truck came to an _________ halt.

Without my glasses, I found it tough to ______ what the teacher had written on the board.

I was somewhat _______ when Mali tried to convince me that a bird stole his homework. Paper isn't food, I thought, so why would a bird want it?

Sarah always freaks out about her grades, but I think the difference between a B and a B- is pretty _______.

Tony's brother turns the bass up so loud in his car that the whole street ______ when he drives by.

As the effects of the medicine kicked in, my headache slowly ______.

Nola was ______ to learn that her bus driver had 64 grandchildren.

The water balloon _____ when Carmen poked it with her sharp fingernails.

Don't forget to _____ your teachers if you're going to miss class for a trip.

Marcus was struck with a mysterious ______ that caused him to break out in an extremely rash.

I think my dog may have been abused before we adopted him from Stray Rescue; he ______ every time I reach out to pet him.

When my sister first started driving, she had a crazy habit of ______ at stop signs instead of hitting the brakes.

Grandpa looks much more _____ now that he's exercising and eating a healthier diet.

Our hero is trapped in the jungle without a compass or water! His situation is looking _____.

Does it seem like Terrence has an _____ number of koala bear posters in his bedroom?

Which of these is the best example of a folktale's connection to the history of its culture of origin?

Which of these is the best example of a supernatural ability or event in a folktale ?

Which of these is the best example of oral tradition in a folktale ?

Which of these is the best example of dialect in a folktale ?