Hidden Figures - Vocabulary

Define the word 'determination' in English.

• Determination is the quality of being firm in one's purpose; resoluteness.

• Determination means being easily distracted from goals.

• Determination is the act of giving up quickly.

• Determination refers to feeling uncertain about decisions.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Define the word 'achievement' in English.

• Achievement is something accomplished, especially by superior ability, special effort, or great courage.

• Achievement is a type of food eaten during celebrations.

• Achievement is a place where people gather to play games.

• Achievement is a tool used for building houses.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Define the word 'inspiration' in English.

• Inspiration is the process of being mentally stimulated to do or feel something, especially something creative.

• Inspiration is a type of physical exercise performed daily.

• Inspiration is a mathematical formula used in geometry.

• Inspiration is a traditional dish made from rice and vegetables.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Define the word 'advancement' in English.

• Advancement is the process of promoting a cause or plan; progress or improvement.

• Advancement means to delay or postpone something.

• Advancement refers to a type of financial loss.

• Advancement is the act of returning to a previous state.

Tags

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Define the word 'calculations' in English.

• Calculations are mathematical determinations or computations.

• Calculations are types of musical instruments.

• Calculations are a form of written literature.

• Calculations are a type of physical exercise.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Define the word 'research' in English.

• Research is the systematic investigation into and study of materials and sources in order to establish facts and reach new conclusions.

• Research is the process of memorizing facts without analysis.

• Research is the act of copying information from one source to another without evaluation.

• Research is the casual discussion of ideas without any documentation.

Tags

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Define the word 'orbit' in English.

• Orbit is the curved path of a celestial object or spacecraft around a star, planet, or moon.

• Orbit is a type of telescope used to observe stars.

• Orbit is a device used to measure temperature in space.

• Orbit is the process of launching a rocket into space.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Define the word 'segregated' in English.

• Segregated means set apart or separated from others or from the main group.

• Segregated means to join together with others.

• Segregated means to mix different groups freely.

• Segregated means to celebrate diversity in a group.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Define the word 'facilities' in English.

• Facilities are places, amenities, or pieces of equipment provided for a particular purpose.

• Facilities are a type of food served in restaurants.

• Facilities are a kind of animal found in the wild.

• Facilities are a type of weather phenomenon.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Define the word 'perseverance' in English.

• Perseverance is continued effort to do or achieve something despite difficulties, failure, or opposition.

• Perseverance means giving up easily when faced with challenges.

• Perseverance is the act of avoiding hard work and seeking shortcuts.

• Perseverance refers to achieving success without any effort or struggle.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C