Chapter Eight

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Many times readers come to a word that may be unfamiliar (not sure what it means) in an article or story.  Even though you can “say” the word, this doesn’t necessarily help you “understand” what it means.  Remember – you read to understand so it’s important to be honest with yourself. 

In the passage below, the word “moped” is used.  Your job is to use context clues (words and sentences around the unfamiliar word) to determine its meaning.

Ramona, still feeling weak, moped around the house for another day worrying about her book report.
                                                                                    Ramona Quimby, Age 8 – p. 146
  • Define “moped” using context clues.



  • Using a dictionary, define “moped” below.



Throughout chapter 8 Ramona is struggling to come up with ideas for her book report.  However, once she went in her “studio,” (p. 152) she became inspired.

Define what “inspired” means?



Describe a time when you felt inspired.  Be sure to explain why you were inspired and what this inspiration caused you to do.