Vocab 1
crude
made in a round or unskilled way
able to move quickly
agile
What state was Ezra born and where he still lives?
California
What event did Ezra participate in the Tokyo Paralympics?
high jump
The human body contains ___________ of cells.
trillions
propel
to improve or perfect
the end point or final stage
culmination
2 years old
What happened when Ezra was training himself?
A bone cracked in his right leg or he got hurt.
The _________ jellyfish can reboot its cells to a younger state.
immortal
falter
to lose strength and become unsteady
not letting up in strength or intensity
unrelenting
What is the name of the person that invented and designed the Blade?
Van Phillips
What picture is Ezra's screen saver on his phone?
It is the 3 high jump medalists in Tokyo.
What is the name of the creature that was nearly indestructible and could live for decades.
tardigrade
innovation
a new idea, method or device
designed for a special activity
specialized
What place did Ezra get in the high jump in the paralympics in Japan?
5th place
What was Ezra's reaction immediately after he realized that the bar had fallen and he only placed 5th in high jump?
It felt like a painful weight on his chest. He could barely speak. He was really crushed.
What kind of cells constantly renew themselves?
stem cells
congenital
present at birth
to improve or perfect
refine
What is the name of the nonprofit organization that Ezra and his family started for kids with disabilities?
Angel City Sports
Where are the Paralympics going to be held next year?
Paris, France
What animal was mentioned in the article that did not show signs of aging sometimes? frog or turtle
turtle