HMH By Any Other Name

Front

What does the term 'precarious' mean?

Back

Dangerously insecure.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

Define 'insular' in the context of mindset or behavior.

Back

Narrow-minded or detached from others.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the informal way to ask about someone's after-school plans?

Back

Whatcha doin' after school?

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does 'deja vu' refer to in a situation?

Back

A feeling that you have experienced the situation before.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.11-12.5

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.5

Front

What is the meaning of 'siesta' in Spanish?

Back

An afternoon nap.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What are synonyms for 'precarious'?

Back

Unstable, risky, uncertain.

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CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

How can 'insular' behavior affect social interactions?

Back

It can lead to isolation and lack of understanding of others' perspectives.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Front

What is an example of a situation that might cause 'deja vu'?

Back

Experiencing a similar event or environment that triggers a memory.

Front

In what contexts might the word 'siesta' be commonly used?

Back

In discussions about culture, rest, or daily routines in Spanish-speaking countries.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Front

What is the opposite of 'insular'?

Back

Open-minded or inclusive.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4