The Cay-ch. 1-3 Vocabulary

alabster

• Alabaster is a hard metal used in construction.
• Alabaster is a mineral or rock that is soft and often used for sculpture.
• Alabaster is a type of fabric used in clothing.
• Alabaster is a rare gemstone found in jewelry.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

What are boat cleats?

• Boat cleats are decorative items on a boat.
• Boat cleats are used for fishing.
• Boat cleats are fittings used to secure ropes or lines on a boat.
• Boat cleats are a type of boat engine.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.6.3

CCSS.RI.7.3

What is a hurricane?

• A hurricane is a large snowstorm that forms over the ocean.
• A hurricane is a type of earthquake that occurs in tropical regions.
• A hurricane is a powerful tropical storm with winds exceeding 74 mph.
• A hurricane is a mild weather phenomenon with no significant wind.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is a pilot boat?

• A pilot boat is a recreational sailing yacht.
• A pilot boat is a vessel that transports maritime pilots to and from ships.
• A pilot boat is used for cargo transportation.
• A pilot boat is a type of fishing vessel.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is the stern of a ship?

• The stern is the top deck of a ship.
• The stern is the rear part of a ship.
• The stern is the middle section of a ship.
• The stern is the front part of a ship.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

What kind of ship is a destroyer?

• A destroyer is a type of fishing vessel designed for deep-sea fishing.
• A destroyer is a fast, maneuverable warship used for escorting larger ships and engaging in various combat roles.
• A destroyer is a civilian cruise ship meant for leisure travel.
• A destroyer is a large cargo ship used for transporting goods.

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is mutiny?

• A strategy for winning battles
• Mutiny is a rebellion against authority, especially by soldiers or sailors.
• A formal agreement between countries
• A type of naval ship

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

What does it mean when a boat pitches?

• A boat pitches when it sails at high speed.
• A boat pitches when it moves sideways in the water.
• A boat pitches when it moves up and down at the bow and stern.
• A boat pitches when it rotates around its center.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

What does it mean if someone or something is stubborn?

• Stubborn means being very flexible and open to new ideas.
• Stubborn refers to someone who easily changes their opinions.
• Stubborn indicates a person who is always agreeable and compliant.
• Stubborn means being unwilling to change one's mind or actions.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.5.4

What does ballast mean?

• Ballast is a type of fish.
• Ballast refers to a type of clothing.
• Ballast is a method of cooking.
• Ballast is a material used to provide stability and balance.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.5.4