Words at Work: That’s Entertainment

Verna and Vern are going out for a night out on the town! Here are some good words to know when you’re planning an evening of entertainment.

Read each sentence. Circle the letter of the correct definition of each boldface word. Use context clues and/or a dictionary to figure out word meanings.

Come along for a night on the town with Verna and Vern . . .

1.Verna and Vern couldn’t decide if they should go to a movie, a stage play, or a concert. a. sports event b.musical performance c.rodeo

2.Verna had seen a great review of the play

“Night of the Walrus,” so they headed for the theater. a. criticism b.performance c.advertisement

3.While Vern parked the car, Verna got in line at the box office.

a. place where programs are sold b. place where tickets are sold c. place where refreshments are sold

4.She purchased two general admission tickets to the show.

a. open seating, no assigned seat numbers b. most comfortable seats

c. preassigned seats as shown on tickets

5.Verna learned that for a lower price she could have purchased matinee tickets to a daytime performance. a. rehearsal b.short c.afternoon 6.“We’re lucky to have gotten tickets!” Vern said. “It looks like this show is a sellout.” a. excellent performance b. a performance with every seat filled c. final performance

7.Verna and Vern thought the play was great. They weren’t surprised when the cast got a standing ovation. a. applause that shows great appreciation b. invitation to a party c.song of thanks