Vocabulary Adventure in The Wild Robot

Identify the vocabulary word that means "a place where an animal lives."

• Habitat

• Predator

• Prey

• Nest

Answer explanation

The word 'habitat' refers to the natural environment where an animal lives, making it the correct choice. 'Predator' and 'prey' describe relationships between animals, while 'nest' is a specific type of habitat.

What does the word "camouflage" mean?

• To make a loud noise

• To blend in with surroundings

• To run very fast

• To build a shelter

Answer explanation

The word "camouflage" refers to the ability to blend in with surroundings, often used in the context of animals or military tactics to avoid detection. The other options do not accurately describe this meaning.

Use the word "mechanical" in a sentence.

• The mechanical bird sang a beautiful song.

• The mechanical was very tasty.

• The mechanical is a type of tree.

• The mechanical ran across the field.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'The mechanical bird sang a beautiful song,' uses 'mechanical' to describe a bird that is not alive but operates like one, fitting the context of the word. The other options misuse 'mechanical' in unrelated contexts.

Which word is a synonym for "observe"?

• Ignore

• Watch

• Destroy

• Forget

Answer explanation

The word "watch" is a synonym for "observe" as both imply looking at something attentively. The other options, "ignore," "destroy," and "forget," convey opposite meanings and do not relate to observing.

Which word is an antonym for "wild"?

• Tame

• Fierce

• Free

• Untamed

Answer explanation

The word "tame" is the opposite of "wild," as it describes something that is domesticated or controlled, while "wild" refers to something that is uncontrolled or free. The other options do not convey this opposite meaning.

Use context clues to determine the meaning of "forage" in the sentence: "The animals had to forage for food in the forest."

• Sleep

• Search

• Play

• Hide

Answer explanation

In the sentence, 'forage' refers to the animals looking for food, which aligns with the meaning of 'search.' The context of needing to find food in the forest suggests an active search rather than sleeping, playing, or hiding.

What does the word "predator" mean in the context of the story?

• An animal that is hunted

• An animal that hunts other animals

• A type of plant

• A place to sleep

Answer explanation

In the context of the story, a "predator" refers to an animal that hunts other animals, distinguishing it from prey, which are the animals that are hunted. This definition aligns with the correct answer choice.

Identify the vocabulary word that means "a young bird."

• Fledgling

• Predator

• Nest

• Habitat

Answer explanation

The word 'fledgling' specifically refers to a young bird that has just acquired its feathers and is learning to fly. The other options do not relate to young birds, making 'fledgling' the correct choice.

What does the word "migrate" mean?

• To stay in one place

• To move from one place to another

• To build a nest

• To sleep for a long time

Answer explanation

The word "migrate" means to move from one place to another, often used in the context of animals or people relocating for various reasons. The other options do not accurately reflect this definition.

Use the word "ecosystem" in a sentence.

• The ecosystem is a type of food.

• The ecosystem was very loud.

• The ecosystem includes all living things in an area.

• The ecosystem is a type of weather.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'The ecosystem includes all living things in an area,' accurately defines an ecosystem as it encompasses both living organisms and their interactions within a specific environment.