5th Grade Vocabulary

Definition of migrate

• To move from one region or habitat to another.
• To stay in the same place permanently.
• To travel only within the same city.
• To change one's appearance drastically.

Definition of culture

• Culture is the way of life of a group.

• Culture is a type of food.
• Culture refers to the physical environment of a place.
• Culture is the study of ancient artifacts.

Definition of hunter-gatherers

• Hunter-gatherers are primarily agricultural societies.
• Hunter-gatherers rely solely on fishing for food.
• Hunter-gatherers live in permanent settlements.
• Hunter-gatherers are groups that live by hunting and gathering.

Definition of agriculture

• Agriculture is solely the process of fishing.
• Agriculture refers to the urban development of cities.
• Agriculture is the study of animal behavior.
• Agriculture is the practice of growing crops and raising animals.

Definition of civilizations

• Civilizations are advanced societies with cities, social hierarchies, governments, and cultural achievements.

• Civilizations are only defined by their agricultural practices.
• Civilizations are primitive tribes without any social structure.
• Civilizations are groups of people living in isolation without any cultural exchange.

Definition of irrigation

• Irrigation is the method of planting seeds in dry soil without water.
• Irrigation refers to the use of fertilizers in farming.
• Irrigation is the application of water to soil or land for agricultural purposes.

• Irrigation is the natural process of rainwater absorption by plants.

What does it mean to adapt?

• To create new conditions without any adjustments.
• To adjust or modify to fit new conditions.
• To ignore new conditions and continue as before.
• To remain unchanged in all situations.

Animal that is used to travel and use for food, clothing, and parts for housing

• Cow
• Dog

• Horse

• Bison

Definition of a nomad

• A nomad is someone who stays in one place for a long time.
• A nomad is a person who moves from place to place without a permanent home.
• A nomad is a person who travels only for work.
• A nomad is someone who lives in a fixed location.

Definition of a council

• A council is an informal gathering of friends.
• A council is a group of people who only socialize.
• A council is a type of government building.
• A council is a formal group of individuals designed for advice or decision-making.