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Directions: Complete the writing prompt/activity for each of the following
words:
Word: notorious
Part of Speech: adjective
Definition: Notorious means well known, but for negative reasons. A
notorious person or event has a bad reputation.
Synonyms: infamous, disreputable, ill famed
Antonyms: famous
Writing Prompt / Activity: Create a WANTED poster for a notorious person
(real or imaginary). Draw a picture of this person along with writing a
short description telling why they are notorious. Don't forget to state
what the reward is.
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Word: tyro
Part of Speech: noun
Definition: A tyro is a beginner, new learner, or someone lacking experience.
Synonyms: novice, trainee, apprentice
Antonyms: expert, old hand
Writing Prompt / Activity: Think about a time when you were a tyro. What
was the situation? What did you have to learn? Who helped you? How did it
feel? How long did it take before you felt comfortable? Write a diary
entry about your experience as a tyro.
Source: Scholastic "Word of the Day" Writing Prompts
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