HMH Module 1 Week 3 Critical Vocabulary

Front

What does the term 'majestic' mean?

Back

Majestic refers to something that is impressive and beautiful.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Define 'trickle' in the context of water flow.

Back

A trickle is a small amount of slowly flowing water.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is the meaning of 'sumptuous'?

Back

Sumptuous describes something that is impressive and expensive looking.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does it mean to 'proclaim' something?

Back

To proclaim something means to say it in a strong way to show it was important for others to hear.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

Front

Define 'mighty'.

Back

Mighty refers to something that is strong and powerful.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What are synonyms for 'majestic'?

Back

Synonyms for majestic include grand, magnificent, and splendid.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

In what contexts might you describe something as 'sumptuous'?

Back

You might describe a luxurious meal, an elegant dress, or an opulent room as sumptuous.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the opposite of 'mighty'?

Back

The opposite of mighty could be weak or feeble.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

How can 'proclaim' be used in a sentence?

Back

An example sentence is: 'The leader proclaimed the new policy to the crowd with great enthusiasm.'

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

Front

What is a common use of the word 'trickle' outside of water flow?

Back

Trickle can also refer to a slow, gradual movement or flow of something, such as information or people.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C