RI 4.4 Determining Word Meaning

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What does 'extinguished' mean?

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put out

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What does 'monitor' mean?

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to watch closely

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What does 'melodramatic' mean?

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overly emotional

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What are 'asters'?

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flowers

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What does 'descent' mean?

Back

movement downwards

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What does 'ignite' mean?

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to catch fire or cause to burn

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What does 'tire quickly' mean?

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to become fatigued in a short amount of time

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What does 'careful of' mean?

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to be cautious or attentive to something

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What does 'bitterly cold' mean?

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extremely cold, often causing discomfort

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What does 'growths' mean in the context of plants?

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the act of growing or the plants that have grown