4th grade America's Past

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What is the meaning of the word generations?

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All of the people born and living at about the same time.

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What is an inference?

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A conclusion reached on the basis of evidence and reasoning.

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What is theme?

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An underlying message or the big idea of a story.

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What is the meaning of the word grind?

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To break down into small pieces.

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What is the meaning of plowed?

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To break and turn over earth.

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What does it mean to analyze a text?

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To examine the text closely to understand its meaning and structure.

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What is a primary source?

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An original document or firsthand account from a specific time period.

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What is a secondary source?

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A source that interprets or analyzes primary sources.

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What is the significance of the Declaration of Independence?

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It declared the American colonies' independence from British rule.

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What is a colony?

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A territory governed by a foreign power.