Lost in Death Valley Vocabulary 600-700 Medium

What does the word "scorches" mean in the context of weather?

• Cools down

• Burns or heats intensely

• Freezes

• Moistens

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

If someone is "stranded," what is their situation likely to be?

• They are on a vacation

• They are stuck without a way to leave

• They are at a party

• They are in a meeting

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

Which of the following best describes a "brutal" event?

• Gentle and kind

• Harsh and severe

• Fun and exciting

• Boring and dull

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CCSS.RL.5.4

What does "critical" mean when describing a situation?

• Unimportant

• Very important or serious

• Easy to solve

• Relaxing

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

What does "remote" mean when referring to a location?

• Close by

• Far away or isolated

• Crowded

• Popular

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

If a story is described as "grim," what is its tone likely to be?

• Cheerful and happy

• Dark and depressing

• Funny and light-hearted

• Exciting and adventurous

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.L.5.5A

What does "scouring" mean when talking about cleaning?

• Lightly dusting

• Gently wiping

• Scrubbing hard to clean

• Ignoring

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

Which of the following situations would be described as "critical"?

• A casual walk in the park

• A life-threatening emergency

• A routine shopping trip

• A relaxing day at the beach

What might you do if you are "scouring" for information?

• Casually browsing

• Thoroughly searching

• Ignoring details

• Quickly glancing

If a place is described as "remote," what might you expect?

• It is in the middle of a city

• It is difficult to reach

• It is very crowded

• It is a popular tourist spot

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CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.L.5.6