Word Wizard Example
Grace's Letter to Lincoln
Section 2: pages 23-48
Example 1
1. exaggerated p. 45 par. 7
2. "He made exaggerated movements as he dramatically unfolded the paper."
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exaggerated p. 45 |
The word exaggerated means to stretch the truth. To make something seem larger, more important, better, or worse than it really is. |
4. This word adds meaning to the story because it shows us the playful relationship that Grace and her father share. He is teasing her about the letter that she wrote to Abraham Lincoln.
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Example 2
1. emerged p. 28 par. 6
2. "Papa emerged from the shadows with a long roll of paper under his arm."
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emerged p. 28 |
The word emerged means to appear. |
4. This word adds meaning to the story because Grace is waiting on her father to return and see what he has brought her. It seems as if Grace is waiting by the door for her father, he appears out of nowhere.
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Example 3
1. cunning p. 36 par. 1 continued from p. 35
2. "She is nine weeks old and just as cunning as can be."
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cunning p. 36 |
The word cunning means to be tricky or sneaky. |
4. This word adds meaning to the story because it gives us an insight about Grace's little sister whom we don't hear very much about. We just know that Grace has the responsibility of caring for her when her mother is busy.
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