Question

concept vocabulary (use the word in a sentence):

1. paraphernalia - noun: miscellaneous articles, especially the equipment needed for a particular activity. example: \the paraphernalia for the lottery was brought out of storage.\

a. sentence:

1. perfunctory - adjective: carried out with a minimum of effort or reflection; routine. example: \there was a perfunctory cheer when mr. summers arrived.\

a. sentence:

1. interminably - adverb: endlessly; seeming to have no end. example: \he talked interminably about the past lotteries.\

a. sentence:

1. petulantly - adverb: in a childish, sulky, or bad - tempered manner. example: \she said petulantly that it wasnt fair.\

a. sentence:

1. reprimand - noun/verb: a formal expression of disapproval. example: \the teacher gave a reprimand to the boy for being late.\

a. sentence:

1. civic - adjective: relating to a city or town, especially its administration or duties. example: \the lottery was a civic event everyone attended.\

a. sentence:

Explanation:

For each word, a sentence is constructed using the word in - context according to its given definition.

Answer:

1. a. The artist's paraphernalia included brushes, paints, and canvases.
2. a. He gave a perfunctory glance at the report before signing it.
3. a. The meeting dragged on interminably with no clear decisions made.
4. a. The child stamped his foot petulantly when he didn't get his way.
5. a. The boss issued a reprimand to the employee for his unprofessional behavior.
6. a. The new mayor is focused on improving civic services in the city.