Week 4

3. — When the bell rang, a __________ of lockers slamming, conversations, and laughter filled the hallway.
6. — After rereading the complex passage several times, Maya was finally able to __________ the author’s deeper message about ambition.
7. — The cave was so __________ that the hikers had to rely on flashlights to see the path ahead.
9. — Because he was so __________, Marcus often dominated class discussions and struggled to give others a chance to speak.
10. — The new rules were designed to __________ the number of students arriving late to class.

1. — During the debate, the main character’s __________ constantly challenged the hero’s decisions and created conflict throughout the story.
2. — The teacher appreciated Sarah’s __________ feedback because she expressed her opinion honestly but respectfully.
4. — Fossils found in the region __________ the formation of the nearby mountains by millions of years.
5. — Instead of panicking about the long list of assignments, Jordan took a __________ approach and organized a realistic study plan.
8. — Although the team was behind at halftime, their coach’s speech helped __________ their confidence and motivation.