HMH - Module 5 - Week 1 - Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What does 'endangered' mean?

Back

A species that is at risk of extinction.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What does 'humble' mean?

Back

Having a modest opinion of one's own importance.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does 'contaminate' mean?

Back

To make something impure or unsuitable by contact with something unclean.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What does 'benevolent' mean?

Back

Well-meaning and kindly; showing goodwill.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

What does 'artificial' mean?

Back

Made or produced by human beings rather than occurring naturally.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What is an example of an endangered species?

Back

The Amur leopard is an example of an endangered species.

Front

Why is it important to protect endangered species?

Back

To maintain biodiversity and ecological balance.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4E

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

Front

What is a synonym for 'humble'?

Back

Modest.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.RL.4.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

Front

What can contaminate drinking water?

Back

Pollutants, chemicals, and runoff water can contaminate drinking water.

Front

What is a benevolent act?

Back

An action that is intended to help others, such as volunteering.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4