Explore the Wild West (HMH Vocabulary)

Front

What term describes difficulties or suffering caused by not having enough of something?

Back

Hardships

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What does it mean if something 'consisted' of certain items?

Back

It was made up of those things.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What are short phrases that are catchy and easy to remember called?

Back

Slogans

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

Front

What were forts or stopping places along the trail where people could buy supplies called?

Back

Posts

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.7

CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

Front

What does it mean if something is described as 'handy'?

Back

It is very useful.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What is the significance of 'hardships' in the context of the Wild West?

Back

They represent the challenges faced by settlers and travelers.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

Front

How can 'slogans' be used effectively in marketing or communication?

Back

They create memorable messages that resonate with audiences.

Front

What role did 'posts' play in the expansion of the Wild West?

Back

They provided essential supplies and rest for travelers.

Tags

CCSS.RI.2.7

CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

Front

In what ways can understanding 'consisted' help in analyzing historical texts?

Back

It helps identify the components or elements that make up a larger context.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

Front

Why is being 'handy' an important trait for pioneers in the Wild West?

Back

It indicates resourcefulness and the ability to solve problems.

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D