Module 4.2 Vocabulary "Smokejumpers..."/"Perseus..."

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What does it mean to be timid?

Back

Being timid means being shy and lacking courage or confidence.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

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What is a mortal?

Back

A mortal is a person who lives and dies. In myths, gods are not mortal because they live forever.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What is destiny?

Back

A person's destiny is what will eventually happen in his or her life.

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CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

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What does strenuous mean?

Back

If an activity is strenuous, it takes great effort or a lot of energy.

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CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

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What does it mean to devise a plan?

Back

To devise a plan means to figure out a way to achieve that plan.

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CCSS.RI.2.1

CCSS.RI.3.1

CCSS.RL.1.1

CCSS.RL.2.1

CCSS.RL.3.1

Front

What is a myth?

Back

A myth is a traditional story that explains a natural or social phenomenon, often involving gods or heroes.

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CCSS.RL.4.9

CCSS.RL.8.9

Front

What is courage?

Back

Courage is the ability to confront fear, pain, or adversity.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Front

What does it mean to achieve something?

Back

To achieve something means to successfully reach a goal or complete a task.

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CCSS.RI.4.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

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What is a hero?

Back

A hero is a person admired for their courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities.

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CCSS.RL.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.5.5

Front

What does it mean to face a challenge?

Back

To face a challenge means to confront a difficult situation or task.

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CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.3.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3