Vocabulary
Reading
Paragraph
100

a device that lets fresh air enter and move through a room, building, etc.

ventilator

100

Why are utensils attached to a tray in space?

So they don’t float away and cause damage to someone or something.

100

What's the first sentence of your essay called that catches your reader’s attention

Hook

200

the force that causes things to fall towards the Earth

gravity

200

What form is salt and pepper in at zero gravity?

Liquid, so it won't float around 

200

Name 5 sequence words or phrases in order

First, Second, Next, Then, and Finally.

300

things that are used for a particular activity or purpose

equipment

300

What do some foods require astronauts to add in space?

water

300

Using three adjectives or nouns, write a thesis

Idea:

Should students be required to take physical education classes?

Students should be required to take physical education classes for their mental health, physical health and to learn teamwork.

400

to be carried along by moving water or air

float

400

True or False

On Earth, we experience 1 dawn in a 24-hour period. However, in space, the astronauts experience 15 dawns in a 24-hour period.

True

400

Using three adjectives or nouns, write a thesis

Idea: Technology is improving our lives

Technology is improving our lives because it allows people to work at home, provides students with instant information and gives families new entertainment.

500

to hit something or each other with strong force: to crash together or to crash into something

colliding

500

Why do astronauts use a trash compactor?

It makes their garbage small

500

Name three characteristics of a strong thesis statement

It takes a stand

It has one main idea

It is specific

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