Vocabulary Flashcards- Fifth Grade Benchmark Unit 6

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challenge

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A task or situation that tests someone's abilities.

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compel

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To force or oblige someone to do something.

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survive

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To continue to live or exist, especially in spite of danger or hardship.

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theme

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The central topic or idea explored in a text.

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universal

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Applicable to all cases or situations; common to all.

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literature

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Written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit.

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dense

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Closely compacted in substance; thick.

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devour

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To eat hungrily or quickly.