2.19- Bell-ringer, spelling words

Directions: Write the sentences and then define the underlined words using context clues and prior knowledge.

1. While my older sister is extremely patient, my younger sister is entirely petulant.
2. The philanthropist is known for donating money and helping the needy.
3. In the morning, I am phlegmatic and have no desire to start the day.
4. The senator hopes the pinnacle of her career is the presidency.
5. Because she never misses a church service, my grandmother is considered pious.

Spelling Words:
1. submarine
2. occasionally
3. excise
4. generous
5. supersede
6. infiltrate
7. accomplish
8. tuxedo
9. preliminary
10. unavoidable
11. vantage
12. mutation
13. conspicuous
14. procrastinate
15. manifesto