Vocabulary
Define RIGID
Not flexible or able to change; strict and unyielding
“This idiom means to be extremely happy. It has the number 9 in it!
on cloud nine
“This iconic New York skyscraper, celebrated for its art deco design, was once the tallest building in the world.”
Empire State Building
“This ancient Incan historical buildings, located high in the Andes mountain and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, is located in Peru.”
Machu Pichu
“Stretching across northern China, this impressive structure was built to protect against invasions and is one of the world’s most recognizable landmarks.”
The Great Wall of China
Define Conventional
Traditional; based on what is generally done or accepted.
“When someone inadvertently reveals a secret, they are said to do this.”
Spill the beans
Name of the train service that connects LA to Seattle!
Amtrak
“This big nation, spanning Eastern Europe and northern Asia, has given us a famous historic square at its capital’s heart.”
Russia/ red Square
“Known for its samurai heritage, tea ceremonies, and the annual bloom of cherry blossoms, this island nation uniquely blends ancient tradition with modern innovation.”
Japan
Use STAMINA in a sentence
Teacher decides.
“To ‘bite the bullet’ means
face a difficult situation
This New Mexico city hosts an annual hot air balloon festival that draws enthusiasts from around the world.”
Albuquerque
“Every year, this vibrant Colombian carnival fills the streets with music, dance, and colorful parades, four days before Ash Wednesday.
Carnaval de Barranquilla
There are almost as many horses as people in this country!
Mongolia
Define IMMENSE and use it in a sentence.
Definition: Extremely large or great; vast in size or amount.
Example: "The library had an immense collection of books that amazed every visitor."
“Advising someone not to dwell on past mishaps, this idiom cautions against lamenting what cannot be changed.”
Cry over spilled milk
“Nicknamed the ‘Main Street of America,’ this historic highway—established in 1926—runs from Chicago to Los Angeles and has become a symbol of American mobility.”
Route 66
Fifth largest country in the world?
Brazil
This city has the longest city name in the world, with a string of letters that can be difficult to pronounce.
Bangkok
Define instantaneous and use it in a sentence.
Definition: Occurring immediately; without any delay.
Example: "The reaction between the chemicals was instantaneous, creating a burst of bubbles."
chiefly
To be indirect or take too long to get to the point
Beat around the bush
“Completed in 1869, this historic railroad connected the U.S. east and west coasts, revolutionizing transportation and commerce.”
Transcontinental Railroad
This country has 95 different types of corn.
Mexico
Santa Claus is from.......
Turkey