Read each sentence and decide whether the underlined vocabulary word is used correctly. If it is, write “correct” on the line and don’t re-write the sentence. If it is NOT used correctly, rewrite the sentence making any necessary corrections so that the underlined word makes sense. You MUST use the underlined word in the re-written sentence. WARNING: Simply inserting the word “not” will not be enough to correct the sentence.
Underlined words are alfresco, vendetta, junta, potpourri and deja vu
1. During the summer months, many restaurant patrons enjoy dining alfresco.
2. Your best friend will have a vendetta when you surprise her with her favorite coffee.
3. A junta does not desire political power.
4. Working alone allows for a potpourri of ideas to be generated.
5. Going to a new country for the first time creates a sense of déjà vu.
