Unit 1
how we share information, ideas, or feelings with others.
communication
the variety of life in an ecosystem.
biodiversity
if its not fake, its _________
real
something that happened yesterday
past tense
a community of living organisms and their physical environment
ecosystem
refers to the circumstances or conditions surrounding an event, statement, or idea that help clarify its meaning
context
break down dead material, returning nutrients to the soil.
decomposers
when you say please, thank you, excuse me, you are _______
polite
A word or letter placed after a word
suffix
shows how each organism depends on the next for food.
food chain
the ways writers and speakers use language to create a certain effect or tone in their work.
stylistic choice
a complex network of interconnected food chains.
food web
a type of hairstyle
ponytail
A word or letter placed before another word
prefix
eat other organisms for energy.
consumers
a small book or magazine containing pictures and information about a product or service
brochure
non-native species that cause harm to the environment.
invasive species
when you wish something happens
hope
the base form of verbs
infintives
In school, communication and stylistic choices play a crucial role in shaping our voice, as they help express our identities and relationships with others
Unit of Inquiry (1)
the unique personality in a writer’s or character’s words. It’s what makes their writing sound like them
voice
Transfer of pollen from one flower to another, enabling plants to reproduce.
pollination
when someone tells you to do something
Instruction
two things that have happened in the past at different times
past continuous tense
the reason or intention behind an action, decision, or existence. It provides direction and motivation, helping individuals or groups focus their efforts and achieve goals
purpose