Wonders Unit 2 Week 5 Vocabulary

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What is a limerick?

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A limerick is a type of poem that has five lines.

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What does the word 'imagine' mean?

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To imagine means to think of something that is not present or real, often creating a mental picture.

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What does an observer do?

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An observer watches or notices something.

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What does the word 'bounce' mean?

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To bounce means to spring back after hitting something.

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What is alliteration?

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Alliteration is the repetition of the same initial sound in a series of words, like 'the purple panther panted.'

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What is a synonym for 'dream'?

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A synonym for 'dream' is 'imagine.'

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What is the purpose of a poem?

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The purpose of a poem is to express feelings, ideas, or tell a story in a creative way.

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What does it mean to 'observe' something?

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To observe means to watch carefully and notice details.

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Can you give an example of a limerick?

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An example of a limerick is: 'There once was a cat from Peru, who dreamed of a life in a zoo.'

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What is the meaning of 'to spring back'?

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To spring back means to return to the original position after being pushed or hit.