VOCABULARY PRACTICE
Alternative
Another choice
The path on the right is an alternative to the path on the left.
Explain
To tell how or why
The teacher will explain the problem.
Shimmer
To shine
The light makes the water shimmer.
Delicious
Good to eat
The brownies are delicious.
Competition
A contest
Basketball is a competition.
Boundary
A limit
This fence is a boundary between the road and a field.
Similar
Alike
These shoes are similar to each other.
Species
A group of plants or animals that share similar traits
There are many different species of tigers.
Evidence
Something that shows proof that helps you draw a conclusion
The fingerprints are evidence of a crime.
Mixture
A combination made by mixing
The batter is a mixture of eggs, butter, and sugar.
Combine
To put together
We combine our french fries with ketchup.
Flash
A sudden burst of light
There was a flash of lightning during a storm.
Giggle
To laugh
She will giggle whenever she hears a joke.
Gorgeous
Pretty
What a gorgeous sunrise!
Natural Resource
Something from nature that we use
Water is a natural resource.
Energy
The ability to do work
The ability to cause change in matter
Electrical energy powers a lightbulb.
Heritage
Something that is handed down from one generation to the next
A Native American woman wears traditional clothing that is a part of her heritage.
Celebrate
To do something special on a special day
Some celebrate Halloween by carving pumpkins.
Prepare
To get ready
He wraps gifts to prepare for a birthday party.
Inquire
To ask
She wants to inquire about the job.