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Animals
100

The baker measured flour carefully to make sure there was a sufficient amount for the recipe.

enough, the right amount

100

The gymnast performed a flawless routine with precise movements and perfect balance, impressing the judges and earning a high score.

 exact, accurate

100

The hikers climbed slowly up the steep trail, stopping often to catch their breath and enjoy the view.

 very slanted or rising sharply

100

During the group project, Maya offered a suggestion that helped her teammates solve the problem.


an idea or plan to try

100

The dolphin showed agile movements as it leaped and twisted through the waves.

quick and graceful in movement

200

The smell of soup on the stove was aromatic, filling the kitchen with savory scents.

pleasant smell

200

The coach gave a rousing speech before the game, using energetic words that motivated the team to play well.

motivating, exciting, pep talk

200

A sudden gust of wind scattered the picnic plates, so everyone chased the lightweight dishes before they blew away.

a quick, strong burst of wind

200

The new student felt apprehensive about speaking in front of the class, so she practiced her answer quietly before sharing.


nervous about what might happen

200

The zoo kept the pandas in an enclosure that had trees, rocks, and places to climb.

a fenced or closed-in area

300

I can’t estimate exactly how many jellybeans are in the jar, but I think it’s about three hundred.

careful guess, about how many

300

During the marathon, the runner felt fatigued but kept a steady pace to save energy and finish the race.

tired

300

The children built a sturdy shelter from branches and leaves to stay dry during the rain.

strong and not likely to break

300

The class showed initiative by starting the recycling program without being asked.

doing something first or taking action independently

300

The squirrel stored extra acorns in a hidden spot so it would have food during the cold, harsh winter.

harsh = severe or difficult

400

Jorge gave a generous portion of his sandwich to a classmate who forgot lunch.

large amount

400

The baseball player made a swift run to first base and beat the throw.

quick

400

At dusk, the campfire glowed warmly, and the campers whispered so they wouldn’t scare nearby animals.

the time just after sunset when it gets darker

400

After the presentation, the students received constructive feedback that helped them improve their slides.

helpful and meant to make something better

400

The kitten was furtive as it crept under the couch and peeked out only when the room was quiet.

acting secretly or quietly

500

Mom put a faint smell of cinnamon in the kitchen when she baked the pie.

slight, weak, 

500

The umpire made a controversial call, but the players followed the rule and kept playing.

not agreed upon by all

500

The river’s current pulled the toy boat downstream faster than the kids expected, so they held the rope tight to keep it from floating away.

 the flow of water in a river

500

During science class, Jose made an observation about how the plant grew toward the window.

something noticed using careful watching

500

The guide dog was always by Mia’s side, leading her safely across streets and returning when called because it was very dependable.

someone or something you can trust to do what is needed