Sweet Vocabulary
John hesitated before going to the party because he was concerned that his friends would learn of his chocolate problem. The word hesitated means...
What is wait or pause?
"John, you mustn't make up silly stories. What did you do with your pencil?
Who is Miss Plimsole?
Miss Plimsole spoke in a stern voice when the children whined about the test. The word stern means..
In a firm or strict manner
"I am recommending that John eats less candy. Candy can lead to all sorts of problems."
Who is Dr. Cranium?
John walked from his classroom and through the corridors to the nurse's office. The word corridors means...
What is hallway?
"I am worried about what is happening to you because you are getting red spots on your face! Let's take you to the doctor."
Who is Mrs. Midas?
Dr. Cranium reproved John for eating candy all the time. What does reproved mean?
What is to criticize or correct gently?
"Don't just stand in the doorway, come on in. I have chocolates from the heart of Africa."
Chocolate shop owner
The candy store was laden with sugary treats from all over the world. The word laden means...
loaded down; burdened
"Ha Ha! John's gone crazy! Don't your people feed you where you live? Give me a piece of your special leather glove."
Who is Spider Wilson, bully?