Unit 1, Week 5 - R-Controlled Vowels

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Across
  1. 1. The __________________ of the data showed that profits were higher this year than last year.
  2. 5. She finally gathered her ____________ to speak in front of a large crowd.
  3. 9. Her thinking and _______________ were clear and logical.
  4. 10. She promised to ____________ the borrowed book as soon as she finished reading it.
  5. 12. While _________________ on my reading log, I learned a new word.
  6. 14. The ______________ scampered across the yard and scurried up the tree.
  7. 15. The children laughed as they tried to ____________ each other with water on the hot, summer day.
  8. 16. After hiking for hours on the mountain trail, he felt an overwhelming _______________ for water.
Down
  1. 2. _____________ a new language can open doors to new cultures and perspectives.
  2. 3. During the storm, the car began to __________ on the slippery road.
  3. 4. The _______________ of the moon contains many craters.
  4. 6. In the debate, he presented a strong _______________________ to the main argument.
  5. 7. The bus started to _____________ forward as the driver came to a sudden stop.
  6. 8. Facing the challenge took immense _______________, but they knew if they tried their best they would prevail.
  7. 11. When writing a research paper, it is important to _____________ reliable sources.
  8. 12. Could you clarify which _____________ you would like me to use in a sentence?
  9. 13. The baby began to _____________ in her seat, eager to crawl and explore the room.
  10. 15. He wore a new ____________ to the job interview because he wanted to look professional.