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Vocabulary for “The Sniper”

Vocabulary for “The Sniper”. Spell each of the following words as they are called—listen carefully for word endings that you know . Check your spelling!. Spasmodically  adv involuntarily contracting or moving Beleaguered  adj  surrounded or blockaded

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Vocabulary for “The Sniper”

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  1. Vocabulary for “The Sniper” Spell each of the following words as they are called—listen carefully for word endings that you know.

  2. Check your spelling! • Spasmodically  adv involuntarily contracting or moving • Beleaguered  adj  surrounded or blockaded • Ascetic  noun  a person who practices severe self-discipline • Fanatical  adj  having excessive devotion

  3. Paroxysm  noun  a sudden activity, outburst , or convulsion Take a look at this story’s title and the vocabulary words: what do you notice about them? What inferences can you make about this story based on the vocabulary?

  4. Oh—an FYI: This story also contains the word “parapet.” You don’t need to write it down, but, so you know, it means. . .A low, protective wall at the edge of a roof, balcony or bridge

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