Question

exercise finding the appropriate definition
using the dictionary entries at the end of this exercise, write the part of speech and the appropriate definition of the italicized word in each sentence. then write a sentence of your own in which you use the word with the same definition.

1. as earnest for the house that she was buying, beatrice gave the owner two thousand dollars.

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1. the schusters have a collection of miniature dolls.

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1. his earnest expression convinced us that he was telling the truth.

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1. josh gave aunt clara a miniature of his mother and father.

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1. melissa piqued herself on having the highest average in her class.

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Explanation:

Question 1

• Part of Speech: Noun. In the sentence, "earnest" is used as a thing (the money given as a deposit), so it functions as a noun.
• Definition: A sum of money given as a deposit or down payment to show a serious intention to complete a transaction (like buying a house).
• Sentence: As earnest for the car I wanted to buy, I gave the dealer five hundred dollars.

• Part of Speech: Adjective. "Miniature" describes the noun "dolls", telling us about the size of the dolls, so it is an adjective.
• Definition: Very small in size; much smaller than the usual or original size.
• Sentence: The artist created a miniature model of the famous building.

• Part of Speech: Adjective. "Earnest" describes the noun "expression", telling us about the nature of the expression, so it is an adjective.
• Definition: Serious and sincere in manner or appearance, showing a genuine intention or feeling.
• Sentence: Her earnest request for help made me want to assist her.

Answer:

• Part of Speech: Noun
• Definition: A sum of money given as a deposit to show serious intent to complete a transaction (e.g., buying property).
• Sentence: As earnest for the car I wanted to buy, I gave the dealer five hundred dollars.

Question 2