5th grade Wit & Wisdom Module 1 Vocabulary Flashcard Lessons 1-5

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sustain

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To support, nourish; to undergo for a period of time; keep something going or alive.

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homeland

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The country or place someone is originally from.

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culture

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The way a particular group of people lives and understands the world, including ideas, beliefs, values, traditions, religion, language, rules, gender roles, food, clothing, art, music, dance, sports, and other ways of life.

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beliefs

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Strong opinions; ideas believed to be true.

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values

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Ideas about what is important and how to live in a way that is good or right.

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traditions

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Customs or practices that are passed down through generations.

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customs

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The usual way of doing things in a particular society or culture.

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community

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A group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common.

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heritage

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The traditions, achievements, beliefs, etc., that are part of the history of a group or nation.

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identity

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The qualities, beliefs, personality, looks, and expressions that make a person or group.