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Which word means the same as "the cause of a problem" in this text: Someone left gum under the desk. The assistance principal plans to find the culprit by looking at the video tape footage".
Culprit = the cause of a problem
Synonym for : quit
stop
The girl ____ her hair purple. (died/dyed)
Dyed
My sister has a big mouth, so be careful what you say in front of her!
What does "a big mouth" mean?
Tells secrets
What technique for smooth speech uses your nose?
Taking deep breath.
Which word means the same as "ends for a period of time" in this text: The lawyer took a long time asking the witness questions, so the judge adjourned the court so that everyone could eat lunch.
Adjourn = end for a period of time.
Synonym for: declare
announce, say out loud
The ___ on my sleeve came undone. (seem/seam)
Seam
Dr. Holloway gave us some food for thought when he said that playing video games can be both good and bad for you. What does food for thought mean?
Something to think about seriously.
Which speech technique has to do with the speed of your speech?
slow speech
Which word means "rules against doing something within a particular culture" in this text: In Japan it is taboo to shake hands. Instead, bowing is usually used to greet people.
Taboo = rules against doing something within a particular culture.
Synonym for: mound
hill
Make 2 sentences with the word ram using it in different ways.
For example: I ram into my sister when we rode bumper cars. and I saw a ram with big horns at the farm.
Your grades are not carved in stone yet, so continue to work and study hard. What does "carved in stone" mean?
Carved in stone = something that cannot be changed.
Which speech technique has a rubber band as a reminder?
stretchy speech
Which word means "to show by good evidence" in this text: In order to substantiate their claims, vitamin companies have to have scientific studies that show that they impact a person's health in a positive way.
Substantiate = to show by good evidence
Synonym for: green (not the color green).
Inexperienced, new at something, novice
Make 2 sentences with the word seal using the word in different ways.
Examples: I seal the letter with a sticker. and The seal was swimming in the ocean.
What is the meaning of all that glitters is not gold?
Not everything that looks good actually is.
which speech technique means you're muscles are not tense, they are relaxed?
Light contact
Which word means "a state of resting" in this text: The doctor ordered that the woman have some days of repose when recovering from the flu.
repose = a state of resting
Synonym for: motive
reason
Missed.
What is the meaning of give the cold shoulder?
Ignore someone in an unfriendly way.
which speech technique has you start with an "H" sound to get your vocal folds moving?
Easy Start or Easy Onset