Wonders U1W3

Question 1

Define the vocabulary word debris.

Answer 1

Debris are the scattered remains of something. When volcanoes erupt, they cause debris to scatter around.

Question 2

Define the vocabulary word indicated.

Answer 2

Indicated is a sign of something, or it showed. Arrows and signs on the streets indicated which way to go, or where to stop.

Question 3

Define the vocabulary word sheer.

Answer 3

Sheer means steep. The Sierra Mountains of California are very sheer.

Question 4

Define the vocabulary word encounter.

Answer 4

Encounter is a very unexpected meeting. Some of the park rangers encountered a grizzly bear and their cubs while closing the park at night.

Question 5

Define the word emphasis.

Answer 5

Emphasis is a special force used when saying a particular word or syllable; or stress.

Question 6

Define the vocabulary word spectacular.

Answer 6

Very unusual or impressive. The fireworks were spectacular!

Question 7

Define the vocabulary word naturalist.

Answer 7

A person who specializes in the study of nature. A naturalist gave us a tour around the national park.

Question 8

Define the vocabulary word generations.

Answer 8

Steps in the line of a descent from a common ancestor. My family has had this tradition for generations.