Animal Snoops Vocabulary

Front

What does it mean to eavesdrop?

Back

To listen secretly to others' private conversations.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is a predator in the context of animals?

Back

An animal that survives by eating other animals.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What does the term 'foiled' mean in the context of a plan?

Back

To stop someone from being successful at something.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What does 'stake' refer to in a betting context?

Back

Something that can be gained or lost in a situation, such as money, food, or life.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What is the antonym of 'ascend'?

Back

Plummet.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

Front

What is the definition of 'vocabulary'?

Back

The set of words known and used by a person or group.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Front

What does it mean to have a stake in something?

Back

To have an interest or investment in the outcome of a situation.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Front

What is the significance of understanding antonyms in vocabulary?

Back

Antonyms help to clarify meanings and enhance comprehension of words.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

Front

How can context clues help in understanding vocabulary?

Back

Context clues provide hints or information surrounding a word that can help deduce its meaning.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

Front

What is the role of a parrot in the context of the burglar's plan?

Back

The parrot acted as a witness or informant that disrupted the burglar's plan.

Tags

CCSS.RL.9-10.5