Unit 5 Vocabulary

Front

What does the term 'plunge' mean?

Back

To fall quickly; to quickly throw oneself down or into something.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What is a 'glance'?

Back

To look quickly; a quick look.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.6

Front

How can you 'convince' someone?

Back

To get someone to believe something or to do something; to win over.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What does 'precious' mean?

Back

Very high-priced; loved and adored.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

Define 'brilliant'.

Back

Sparkling or full of light; striking and shiny; very smart.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What is the opposite of 'plunge'?

Back

Rise or ascend.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

Give an example of a situation where you might 'glance' at something.

Back

Looking at your watch to check the time quickly.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

Front

What techniques can be used to 'convince' someone?

Back

Using logical arguments, emotional appeals, or evidence.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

Front

What are some synonyms for 'precious'?

Back

Valuable, cherished, dear.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.4A

CCSS.L.2.4A

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

Front

In what context might something be described as 'brilliant'?

Back

When referring to a person's intelligence or a dazzling performance.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C