The average weather condition of an area.
Sentence: The climate in Malaysia is hot and humid.
100
What happens to sequoias and redwoods in a forest fire?
Forest fires don't usually AFFECT sequoias and redwoods because their bark is so thick and so the flames only scorch their surface and do not let them burn completely.
100
Get word from Mrs. Nguyen - DRAW IT OUT
What is D-E-C-A-Y?
100
What is the word that means: huge, giant, etc... SPELL IT
What is M-A-M-M-O-T-H?
200
The part of the building that supports the roof. Often used in Greek architecture.
What is C-O-L-U-M-N?
200
Calculate
1) to find the answer by using arithmetic
2) to figure out by reasoning
Sentence (2): She calculated that in order to finish the mile in 7 minutes she would need to pick up her speed and run faster.
200
Why are redwood trees called "towering" trees?
Redwood trees are called "towering" trees because they are the tallest of all trees and "tower" over all other trees!
200
DRAW IT OUT
What is L-I-M-B?
200
Draw it out!
What is L-I-M-B?
300
To allow something to happen.
What is P-E-R-M-I-T?
300
What is a grove?
A group of trees growing together with open space between them.
Sentence: It is better for a tree to grow in a grove because they can protect each other from storms.
300
Why is redwood used for furniture?
Redwood is used for buildings and furniture because the wood does not decay as quickly as other woods.
300
Act it out
What is T-O-W-E-R?
300
What is the climate in Antarctica like?
Dry, Snowy, Windy, Cold
400
To fight/work/ or be against something or someone.
What is R-E-S-I-S-T?
400
What is resist?
1) to refuse to give in to; to withstand
2) to work or fight against
In World War II, the Nazis committed many atrocities. However, there were also many good Germans who resisted the Nazis and purposefully did all they could to protect the Jews.
400
Why are redwoods and sequoias able to live so long?
Because their bark is so thick, it protects the tree from different types of pests and natural disasters that other trees would most likely die from.
400
DRAW IT OUT
What is C-O-L-U-M-N?
400
Name me 5 things that can decy
food, plant material, teeth, furniture/homes, you
500
To change something or to pretend be someone or something (like to _______ a British accent)
What is A-F-F-E-C-T?
500
What is mature?
1) v: to become fully grown or developed
2) adj: fully grown or developed; adult
When you are mature, you will be able to make better decisions.
500
Why wouldn't a sequoia tree like to grow in Penang?
Sequoia trees prefer to grow in drier, less humid climates. Penang is hot and humid. They wouldn't grow well in a climate that is not right for them.
500
ACT IT OUT
What is F-O-R-B-I-D?
500
Name me 2 things your parents PERMIT you from doing before you finish your homework