Module 9 Week 1
no longer cared for or used
abandoned
an amount or size that is not exact
estimate
moved quickly around in circles
swirled
recycle
to put something through a process so it can be reused
stuck somewhere without a way to leave
stranded
setting something up so it can be used
installing
flat or rounded, DULL;
NOT sharp
blunt
a facial expression that showed disapproval and lack of respect
sneered
sanctuary
a place where people and animals are safe from danger
the process of asking others to help do a task
recruiting
What is a place that someone would call an oasis?
Answers will vary
(Consider correct if example includes:
-a relaxing or peaceful spot in an unpleasant area
-EX: spa, yoga studio, sauna, park, etc.)
When might something decay?
Answers will vary
(Consider correct if example includes:
-slowly breaking down or rotting
-EX: leaving something out too long, composting, throwing something away, disposing of items in a landfill, etc.)
Who are your ancestors?
Answers will vary
(Consider correct if example includes:
-the people in your family that lived long ago
-EX: great-granparents, great-great aunts/ uncles, etc.)
disoriented
to be confused about where you are
being allowed to do something after asking someone in charge
permission
What is a frequent thing you do?
Answers will vary
(Consider correct if example includes:
-something that happens often
-EX: eat meals, come to school, brush teeth, homework, practice sports, etc.)
What is something people are obsessed with?
Answers will vary
(Consider correct if example includes:
-something that is thought about all the time
-EX: social media, phones, hobbies, sports, etc.)
What might someone be outspoken about?
Answers will vary
(Consider correct if example includes:
-someone who says what they think even when others do not agree
-EX: opinions about favorite animals, foods, politics, etc.)
canopy
a roof-like covering like the top branches of trees in a forest
the act of saving and protecting the environment
conservation
Fill in the blank:
Many countries encourage their citizens to use renewable sources of energy, like solar power or wind energy, as there will not be a ______________ amount of fossil fuels to last the next hundred years.
sufficient
Fill in the blank:
After the election determined the candidate had the second most votes, they were ______________ Vice President of the Science Club.
appointed
Fill in the blank:
Martin Luther King Jr. worked to create social reform for society through peaceful protests and could ______________ a future where everyone was treated equally regardless of their race.
envision
currents
flowing movements of water in a lake, river, or ocean
the relationship between living things and their environment
ecology