Wordly Wise Level 6 Lesson 6

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What does 'sheathed' mean in the context of a mummy?

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It means that it was given a protective linen wrapper.

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What does it mean when people 'shed' skin cells?

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It means that people cast off dry skin cells.

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What is a synonym for 'function'?

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Purpose.

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What does 'domesticated' mean in relation to corn?

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It means that they turned wild corn into a cultivated plant.

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What does it mean to 'shed tears'?

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It means to let tears flow.

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Define 'domesticate'.

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To tame or cultivate a wild plant or animal for human use.

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What is the meaning of 'synthesize'?

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To combine different elements to create something new.

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What does 'export' mean?

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To send goods or services to another country for sale.

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What is a synonym for 'cast off'?

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To discard or let go.

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What does 'cultivate' mean?

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To prepare and use land for growing crops.