Vocab I
Definition: (n) the amount of money you get from your job, usually paid every month
salary
If I finish all my homework tonight, I _____(to go) to the baseball game.
If I finish all my homework tonight, I will go to the baseball game.
Definition: (adj) untidy or dirty
messy
smarter
Jamal retired, so Steve took _____ his old job.
Definition: (n) the amount of money that you need to buy or do something
cost
If athletes win competitions, they usually _____(to get) prizes.
If athletes win competitions, they usually get prizes.
Definition: (n) someone who buys goods or services from a business
customer
Use the correct form of "good."
John is the _____ at chess! He wins against everybody he competes with.
best
Can you take a look _____ my essay? I want to make sure there are no spelling errors I've made.
at
Definition: (v) to take care of someone by paying for his/her food, clothes, etc.
support
I complete every project on time if my colleagues _____(to help) me out.
I complete every project on time if my colleagues help me out.
Definition: (n) feelings of worry caused by problems
stress
Carrie is _____ quiet in class. I really wish she spoke up more.
too
It's almost the end of the month so I'm running _____ of money. When I get my next paycheck, I can go out to eat with you.
out
Definition: (n) something valuable that is given to someone who wins a game or has done good work
prize
Trey will eat again later if he _____(to feel) hungry.
Trey will eat again later if he feels hungry.
Definition: (n) something you want to do successfully in the future
goal
Use the correct form of "considerate."
Sherese is _____ than Amanda. Amanda always says "thank you," but Sherese hardly does!
less considerate
How did you find _____ that Lara and Byron broke up? I thought they were still together.
out
Definition (v): to ask someone to pay for something, especially for an activity or a service
charge
She might _____(to get sick) if she _____(to eat) that pasta. It has been sitting out for days.
She might get sick if she eats that pasta. It has been sitting out for days.
Definition: (n) the ability to do an activity or a job well
skill
Use the correct form of "annoying."
You are _____ than my parents. At least they give me pocket money when they make me do things.
more annoying
I thought I could get _____ without a job for a while, but I need to find one soon. I've nearly spent all of my savings!
by