Magnetic Reading Lesson 9 Comprehension Flashcard

Front

What does 'unearth' mean?

Back

To remove dirt from.

Front

Who is Medusa?

Back

A monster in Greek mythology with snakes for hair and the ability to turn people to stone with her gaze.

Front

What does 'exaggerate' mean?

Back

To overstate or magnify something beyond the truth.

Front

How does Maddox's attitude change in Part 2 of the story?

Back

Maddox is becoming more open minded to the idea of digging up dinosaur bones after discovering one himself.

Front

What lesson does Maddox learn in Part 3 of the story?

Back

Looking for fossils is an exciting way to learn about the past.

Front

What is a fossil?

Back

The preserved remains or traces of a once-living organism.

Front

What is the significance of fossils in understanding the past?

Back

Fossils provide evidence of how life existed and evolved on Earth.

Front

What does it mean to 'dig up' something?

Back

To remove something from the ground, often by using tools.

Front

What is the role of a paleontologist?

Back

A scientist who studies fossils to understand the history of life on Earth.

Front

What does 'mythology' refer to?

Back

A collection of myths, especially one belonging to a particular religious or cultural tradition.