1. Sounds of Success

2. constructive (adjective) MEANINGEXAMPLE  useful; helping with improvement *  My parents think that playing video games is not a constructive use of my time. *

3. impress (verb) MEANINGEXAMPLE  to make people think highly of you  Katie hopes the skit she wrote will impress the drama club.

4. audition (verb) MEANINGEXAMPLE  to try out for a role or part by giving a performance *  Matthew must play two pieces of music to audition for the jazz band.

5. deport (verb) MEANINGEXAMPLE  to send people back to their country of birth  The government can deport people who do not live here legally.

6. forefront (noun) MEANINGEXAMPLE  the most important or noticeable position  Daniel’s mother is at the forefront of a movement to open a community center in our neighborhood.

7. recital (noun) MEANINGEXAMPLE  a music or dance performance  A number of talented musicians performed at Erin’s piano recital.

8. excel (verb) MEANINGEXAMPLE  to do something very well  To excel in sports, you have to practice a lot.

9. nominate (verb) MEANINGEXAMPLE  to recommend someone for an award, honor, or job  Members of the soccer team want to nominate Rachelle to run for class president.