Quaking Earth, Racing Waves (HMH Vocabulary)

Front

What does it mean to 'trigger' an action or event?

Back

To 'trigger' means to start or initiate an action or event.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What does it mean to 'radiate'?

Back

To 'radiate' means to spread out in waves or rays.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What does it mean to 'thrust'?

Back

To 'thrust' means to push something with great force.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the definition of 'parallel'?

Back

'Parallel' refers to lines or paths that are equidistant from each other and never meet.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Front

What is 'destruction'?

Back

'Destruction' is the act of causing damage or ruin to something.

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.2.4C

CCSS.L.3.2E

Front

Give an example of something that can 'trigger' an earthquake.

Back

An earthquake can be triggered by tectonic plate movements.

Front

How does light 'radiate' from a source?

Back

Light radiates from a source in all directions, spreading out in waves.

Front

What is an example of 'thrust' in everyday life?

Back

Pushing a heavy object forward is an example of 'thrust'.

Front

What is the relationship between 'trigger' and 'cause'?

Back

To 'trigger' something is to cause it to happen.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.6.4A

Front

Can 'radiate' be used to describe heat?

Back

Yes, heat can radiate from a warm object into the surrounding area.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4