Vocab
What does the word “Defiance” mean in this sentence?
"Despite the warnings from her teacher, the student raised her hand in class, displaying a clear act of defiance or refusal to follow the rules."
Defiance: refusing to do something
What does the word "triumph" mean in this sentence?
The team had a great triumph over the other team, it was a great victory!
Triumph: a great victory; success
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Emily visits the zoo every weekend. She enjoys watching the animals as they play, eat, and sleep. The zookeeper feeds the lions at noon and cleans their cage afterward.
Correct: Emily visits the zoo every weekend. She enjoys watching the animals as they play, eat, and sleep. The zookeeper feeds the lions at noon and cleans their enclosure afterward.
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Sophia walk her dog in the park each morning. The dog bark at squirrels, chase butterflies, and sniff the grass. A jogger run past them and wave hello.
Correct: Sophia walks her dog in the park each morning. The dog barks at squirrels, chases butterflies, and sniffs the grass. A jogger runs past them and waves hello.
What does the word "Plaintive" mean in this sentence?
"The lost puppy let out a plaintive whine, its sad cry echoed through the empty house, clearly expressing the puppy's sadness."
Plaintive: do something in a way that expresses sadness
What does the word “mandatory” mean in this sentence?
Kids have to go to school meaning that school is mandatory for all children.
Mandatory: something you have to do
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Jack wake up at 6 a.m. every day. He brushes his teeth, washes his face, and drink a cup of coffee. After breakfast, he grabs his bag and heads to work.
Correct: Jack wakes up at 6 a.m. every day. He brushes his teeth, washes his face, and drinks a cup of coffee. After breakfast, he grabs his bag and heads to work.
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Daniel visits the library twice a week. The librarian helps him find new titles and organizes the shelves neatly. The clock ticks softly in the quiet room.
Correct: Daniel visits the library twice a week. The librarian helps him find new titles and organizes the shelves neatly. The clock ticks softly in the quiet room.
What does the word “Endeavor” mean in this sentence.
"The scientists endeavored to find a cure for the disease, they tried very hard for a while."
Endeavor: try hard to do something
What does the word "astounding" mean in this sentence?
"The magician pulled a rabbit from an empty hat, performing an astounding trick, the audience thought the trick was very surprising."
Astounding: something surprising
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Lily works in her garden in the afternoons. She waters the plants, trims the hedges, and pulls out weeds. A gentle breeze carries the scent of roses across the yard.
Correct: Lily works in her garden in the afternoons. She waters the plants, trims the hedges, and pulls out weeds. A gentle breeze carries the scent of roses across the yard.
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Anna shop at the market every Saturday. She buy fresh fruits and eat baked goods. A musician play the guitar. The smell of coffee fill the air.
Correct: Anna shops at the market every Saturday. She buys fresh fruits and eats baked goods. A musician plays the guitar. The smell of coffee fills the air.
What does the word "preliminary" mean in this sentence?
The team lost in the preliminary round of the tournament, they lost before the main round.
Preliminary: before the main event
What does the word "accumulate" mean?
"Over time, a thick layer of dust accumulated or piled up in the empty house."
Accumulate: gather or pile up
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Mrs. Carter explain the rules to her students at the start of every lesson. She check their homework, give new tasks, and want them to ask questions. The clock tick slowly as the children work.
Correct: Mrs. Carter explains the rules to her students at the start of every lesson. She checks their homework, gives new tasks, and wants them to ask questions. The clock ticks slowly as the children work.
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Oliver sits by the window. He watches the rain and listens to the thunder. The cat hides under the table. The rain falls all afternoon.
Correct: Oliver sits by the window. He watches the rain and listens to the thunder. The cat hides under the table. The rain falls all afternoon.
What does the word "consist" mean in this sentence?
Breakfast consisted of cereal and pancakes, Mia was happy that breakfast was made up of both cereal and pancakes.
Consist: made up of
What does the word "propel" mean in this sentence?
The rocket engine propelled the spaceships forward into space. Engines push spaceships forward.
propel: push something forward
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James cooks dinner for his family every evening. He chops vegetables, stirs sauces, and seasons the food carefully. The oven bakes a delicious pie while the pot simmers on the stove. Everyone eats together and enjoys the meal.
Correct: James cooks dinner for his family every evening. He chops vegetables, stirs sauces, and seasons the food carefully. The oven bakes a delicious pie while the pot simmers on the stove. Everyone eats together and enjoys the meal.
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Mia plan a party. She bake a cake and wrap gifts. The doorbell ring. Everyone sing and clap.
Correct: Mia plans a party. She bakes a cake and wraps gifts. The doorbell rings. Everyone sings and claps.