4th Grade Wonders Unit 2 Week 1 Vocabulary

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What does the word 'attracted' mean in the context of interest or appeal?

Back

'Attracted' means to draw attention or interest towards something, often due to its appealing qualities.

Front

What is the meaning of the word 'soared' when describing the movement of an eagle?

Back

'Soared' means to fly or rise high in the air, often with grace and ease.

Front

Define the term 'trudged' as used in the context of moving through difficult terrain.

Back

'Trudged' means to walk slowly and with heavy steps, often due to exhaustion or effort.

Front

What does 'greed' refer to in terms of desire for possessions?

Back

'Greed' refers to an intense and selfish desire for more than what one needs or deserves, especially regarding wealth or possessions.

Front

Explain the term 'dazzling' as it relates to visual appeal.

Back

'Dazzling' means extremely impressive, beautiful, or skillful, often causing admiration or wonder.

Front

What is the significance of vocabulary in understanding reading comprehension?

Back

Vocabulary is crucial for reading comprehension as it allows readers to understand the meaning of texts, interpret context, and engage with the material.

Front

How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?

Back

Context clues are hints or information within a text that help readers infer the meaning of unfamiliar words based on surrounding words or sentences.

Front

What role does imagery play in enhancing a reader's experience?

Back

Imagery involves descriptive language that creates vivid mental pictures, enhancing the reader's experience by making the text more engaging and relatable.

Front

Define 'synonym' and provide an example.

Back

A synonym is a word that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word. For example, 'happy' is a synonym for 'joyful'.

Front

What is an antonym? Give an example.

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An antonym is a word that has the opposite meaning of another word. For example, 'hot' is an antonym for 'cold'.