Vocabulary Challenge U2L3

Front

What does the word 'mused' mean in the context of thinking deeply or carefully about a topic?

Back

To muse means to think about something carefully and at length.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is a synonym for 'bore' when describing something that is uninteresting?

Back

A synonym for 'bore' is 'tedium' or 'dullness'.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does 'tinkering' refer to in the context of fixing or improving something?

Back

Tinkering refers to attempting to fix or improve something in a casual or experimental way.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

How can a lever be used to lift a heavy object?

Back

A lever can be used to lift a heavy object by applying force to one end, which allows the other end to lift the object with less effort.

Front

What is a 'trial' in the context of conducting an experiment?

Back

A trial is an experiment or attempt to do something, often used to test a hypothesis.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is the importance of group discussions in learning?

Back

Group discussions encourage collaboration, diverse perspectives, and deeper understanding of complex topics.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What does it mean to conduct an experiment?

Back

To conduct an experiment means to carry out a procedure to test a hypothesis or demonstrate a known fact.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is the role of a lever in physics?

Back

In physics, a lever is a simple machine that amplifies an input force to lift or move a load.

Front

What is the difference between 'musing' and 'daydreaming'?

Back

Musing involves focused and reflective thinking, while daydreaming is more about spontaneous and unfocused thoughts.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.RI.5.4

Front

What are the characteristics of a good speech?

Back

A good speech is engaging, clear, well-structured, and tailored to the audience.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.W.4.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.RI.3.4