Week 29 Vocabulary

In a classroom discussion, Evelyn asked, "What is the definition of 'science'?"

• A body of facts learned by study or experience

• The place or event of action

• To inflict a penalty

• A curved figure that tapers to points

What does "scene" refer to?

• A cutting instrument with handles

• The place or event of action; a single situation or conversation in a play

• Tissue composed of cells or fibers

• Being careful of what you say or do

What does "discipline" mean?

• To attract or hold attention

• To inflict a penalty on for a fault or crime; punishment

• A body of facts learned by study

• A cutting instrument with handles

During a school science fair, Benjamin created a display that seemed to fascinate everyone who passed by. What does "fascinate" mean in this context?

• To talk together about something

• To attract or hold attention by unique charm or special quality

• A curved figure that tapers to points

• Being careful of what you say or do

During an art class, Nora was asked to draw a shape that resembles the moon in its first or last quarter. What does "crescent" describe?

• A cutting instrument with handles

• A curved figure that tapers to points like a crescent moon

• Tissue composed of cells or fibers

• The place or event of action

What does "describe" mean?

• To inflict a penalty

• To talk together about something

• Give an account or representation of in words

• A body of facts learned by study

What is the definition of "discreet"?

• Being careful of what you say or do; not showy; modest

• To attract or hold attention

• A cutting instrument with handles

• A curved figure that tapers to points

What does "discuss" mean?

• To inflict a penalty

• To talk together about something

• A body of facts learned by study

• A curved figure that tapers to points

What is "muscle"?

• A cutting instrument with handles

• Tissue composed of cells or fibers that produces movement in the body

• The place or event of action

• To attract or hold attention

Emma was in art class and needed to cut some paper for her project. What tool should she use?

• A body of facts learned by study

• A cutting instrument with handles and a pair of blades

• To inflict a penalty

• To talk together about something