Vocabulary Words for Week of March 24, 2025

Charlotte and Mia are having a debate about the word "tremendous." What does it mean?

• Small and insignificant

• Of great size or intensity

• Weak and powerless

• Short and temporary

In a detective story, what would "evidence" mean to our sleuth, Noah?

• A wild guess

• A false statement

• Proof or indication that something is true

• A secret message

Michael and Anika are on a treasure hunt. They need to "uncover" the hidden secrets of the ancient map. What does "uncover" mean in this context?

• To bring to light

• To hide something

• To forget something

• To move away quickly

Emma and Ethan are having a debate. Emma says something is "permanent." What does she mean?

• Lasting without change

• Temporary and short-lived

• Difficult to understand

• Easy to break

Arjun and Ava are planning an exciting adventure! What does "expedition" mean in their context?

• A journey made for a specific purpose

• A short walk to the store

• A meeting between two people

• A boring event

Imagine you're a time-traveling detective like Evelyn, exploring ancient ruins and uncovering secrets of the past. What does "archaeology" mean?

• The study of how human beings live in the past

• The study of plants and trees

• A form of art

• A type of ancient writing

Imagine you're at a magical party with Mia, Ethan, and Abigail. What does it mean when the fairy lights "sparkle"?

• They move in slow circles

• They shine in quick, bright flashes

• They become dark and dull

• They make a loud noise

Imagine you're at a funfair with Oliver and Elijah. What does it mean to "whirl" on the merry-go-round?

• To move in a straight line

• To turn or spin around rapidly

• To stop moving

• To shake slightly