Winter Vocabulary Challenge

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What does 'severe' mean in the context of winter weather?

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Severe means harsh or extreme, often referring to very cold or difficult conditions.

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What does 'unanimous' mean when a group makes a decision?

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Unanimous means in full agreement; everyone involved agrees on the decision.

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What does 'bitter' mean when describing someone's feelings about not having a snow day?

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Bitter means feeling dissatisfied or resentful, often due to disappointment.

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What does 'dreary' mean when describing winter days?

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Dreary means dull and depressing, often referring to gloomy weather.

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What does 'accumulate' mean in relation to snow?

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Accumulate means to build up or gather over time, such as snow piling up on the ground.

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What is an example of a severe winter condition?

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An example of a severe winter condition is a blizzard, which includes heavy snowfall and strong winds.

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How can a family show they are unanimous in a decision?

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A family can show they are unanimous by all members agreeing on a plan, like going sledding.

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What might cause students to feel bitter during winter?

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Students might feel bitter if they were hoping for a snow day but did not get one.

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What are some synonyms for 'dreary'?

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Some synonyms for dreary include gloomy, bleak, and dismal.

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What is a situation where snow might accumulate quickly?

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Snow might accumulate quickly during a heavy snowstorm.