1. A Christmas Carol Words 11-15

2. Michael was astonished when he won first place in the spelling bee – he was sure that Stephanie was the better speller. Astonish: (v.) Amaze, shock, surprise

3. Even though she tried to tiptoe silently through the house, every step Taylor made was audible. Audible: (adj.) Loud enough to be heard

4. George has a compulsion to make sure that his desk is organized – he can’t stand a mess! Compulsion: (n.) A driving, irresistible force

5. I opened a window to dispel the smell and smoke from the burned popcorn. Dispelled: (v.) Scattered and driven away

6. Arthritis has made my grandmother’s fingers gnarled and sore. Gnarled : (adj.) knotty and twisted, distorted