Vocabulary 1.3 Flashcards
1
Q
nomad
A
someone without a home; a person who moves around a lot
The Berbers were a nomadic group that lived in the desert.
2
Q
gathered
A
collected
We gathered the students together for a Dorm Meeting
3
Q
scarce
A
few, limited
Candy bars are scarce at Miller. There are not many sweets around here.
4
Q
survive
A
to live
We survived the first day of classes.
5
Q
maintain
A
to keep; to take care of
We want to maintain an 85+ average.
6
Q
defeat
A
to beat someone
We lost the game. They defeated us.
7
Q
reservation
A
a special area for Native Americans
The Indians lived on a beautiful reservation.
8
Q
customs
A
traditions
Our custom of having Chapel each day is very relaxing.
9
Q
Arid
A
very dry
The desert is a very dry place.
10
Q
Culture
A
Ideas/behavior of a people or region
American culture can be silly.
