Intermediate Lesson 1 -
The Seed and the Sower
Vocabulary Exercise
Let’s look at 8 vocabulary words from the Parable of the Seed and the Sower, found in Luke 8:4-15. This exercise is the third part of Intermediate Lesson 1, or you can do it as an individual vocabulary exercise.
Read the word, study the definition, and listen to how the word is pronounced. Then, listen to how it is used in the sample sentences.
You can also look up the word at WordReference.com or any online dictionary for more information. For pronunciation in accents other than American English, visit Forvo.com, enter your word, and choose the accent you want to hear. Forvo is a great tool to help you with your pronunciation!
1. multitude (noun)
an extremely large number of things – almost uncountable
The fishermen brought in a multitude of fish today.
Jesus taught the multitude and healed the sick.
vocabulary word – multitude
2. parable (noun)
a short story that teaches a moral or spiritual lesson
Jesus taught the people with parables.
Many parables help us understand moral issues.
vocabulary word – parable
3. sow (verb)
to plant seeds in the ground, or scatter seeds on the ground
The farmer sowed his seed.
Sow rows of marigolds between your vegetables.
vocabulary word – sow
4. trample (verb)
to damage something with your feet by stepping on it
The visitors trampled the grass in the lawn.
That dog is trampling my flowers!
vocabulary word – trample
5. devour (verb)
to eat all of something quickly, especially because you are very hungry
He devoured half the pizza in two minutes.
The snake devoured the mouse.
vocabulary word – devour
6. wither (verb)
to dry up and die, usually a plant
The flowers in my vase have withered.
The hot sun made the grass wither.
vocabulary word – wither
7. choke (verb)
to be unable to breathe because of an obstruction in your throat
Very small toys can choke a baby.
The dog choked on a large piece of food.
vocabulary word – choke
8. perseverance (noun - made from the verb "persevere")
to continue trying, even if it is difficult
The only way to improve is through perseverance.
Continue to work hard and to persevere, even if it is difficult.
vocabulary word – perseverance
I hope you were able to learn some words that you did not know before! Now click the button to go to the Speaking Exercise.
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