Classic Myths Vocabulary Packet name:
“Cupid and Psyche” and “Jason and the Golden Fleece”
Use these vocabulary words for the assignments below.
Your goal is to make 100 points.
The work is due on Friday. The vocabulary test will also be on Friday.
Vocabulary words and definitions
1. abyss- noun- deep pit or canyon
2. adulation- noun-extreme praise or respect
3. conviction-noun- strong belief
4. efficiency- noun- ability to be quick and useful
5. homage- noun- public honor or praise
6. stupor-noun- daze; trance
This is homework for this week due by Friday. Your goal is to make 100 points that
equals an “A”. You must do #1 and #2 then choose from the other choices to earn 30
more points.
You must do the first two on the list. They = 70 points
1. 40 points- make flashcards with the word on one side and the definition on the
other, use index cards or paper squares, use pen, crayons, or colored pencils.
2. 30 points- write a word web for all six words on 2 pieces of notebook paper.
You may choose from this list below for 30 more points.
3. 30 points- write a sentence for each word. The sentences must be 5 words or longer
and each vocabulary word must be underlined.
4. 30 points- write a 1 page story using all twelve words. The story must have a title,
beginning, middle and end, make sense, and each vocabulary word must be underlined.
5. 20 points- make a crossword puzzle using all 6 words, include a definition sheet and an
answer sheet. You may use a computer program to help you.
6. 10 points- make a word search using all six words, include an answer sheet. You may
use a computer program to help you.
Staple all of your work together and hand in on Friday. Be ready to take a matching and
fill in the blank vocabulary test on Friday.