RI 4.4 Determining Word Meaning

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What does 'melodramatic' mean?

Back

overly emotional

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What does 'descent' most likely mean?

Back

movement downwards

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What are 'asters'?

Back

flowers

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What does 'monitor' mean as it is used in the text?

Back

to watch closely

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What does 'extinguished' mean as it is used in the text?

Back

put out

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What is the meaning of 'gravity'?

Back

the force that pulls objects towards each other, especially towards the Earth.

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What does 'bitterly cold' mean?

Back

extremely cold, often causing discomfort.

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What does 'tiring' mean?

Back

causing fatigue or exhaustion.

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What does 'climbers' refer to in the context of mountains?

Back

people who ascend mountains.

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What does 'snap pictures' mean?

Back

to take photographs quickly.