WORDS IN CONTEXT
DAY 1
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compass
(noun)
theory
(noun)
1.
You can easily find south, east, and west
because your compass always points north.
2.
Before the compass, or magnetic compass, was
invented, sailors used the Sun and other stars to
find their way at sea.
3.
His friends called Aaron the human compass
because he was so good at finding his way.
1. An unproven theory is a
hypothesis, while a proven theory is
a principle.
2. A theory is developed by a scientist
to explain a phenomenon.
3. They developed a theory to explain
how dinosaurs became extinct.
molecule
(noun)
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1.
Several forces hold the atoms in
a molecule together.
2.
A molecule is a group of atoms
that are bonded together.
3.
The smallest unit of a chemical
compound is a molecule.
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WORDS IN CONTEXT
DAY 1
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1. In algebra, letters take the place of
unknown numbers.
algebra
(noun)
atom
(noun)
2. Algebra is taught by a math teacher,
not a social studies teacher.
3. When doing algebra, you must
determine the number that "x"
represents.
1. The nucleus of an atom, which
contains protons and neutrons, is
surrounded by orbiting electrons.
2. An atom joins with other atoms to
create a molecule.
3. A water molecule is made up of one
atom of oxygen bound to two atoms
of hydrogen.
1. The universe is the sum total of
everything that exists.
universe
(noun)
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2. Scientists believe that the universe,
or cosmos, has existed for more
than 13 billion years.
3. The Big Bang theory is a scientific
theory about how the universe
came into existence.
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WORDS IN CONTEXT
DAY 1
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1.
patent
A patent is legal proof that an item was
invented by a particular person and not
someone else.
2.
A patent for a machine is similar to a
copyright for a piece of written work.
(noun)
3.
Alexander Graham Bell got a patent for
the telephone, but other people also
thought of the idea.
1.
Physics is concerned with the basic
building blocks of the universe,
including energy, matter, space, and
time.
2.
Physics falls under the category of
physical sciences, unlike botany, which is
one of the life sciences.
3.
Albert Einstein's scientific theories
revolutionized the field of physics.
1.
A revolution is a dramatic change in
something, such as a government, a
fashion, or a set of ideas.
2.
The French Revolution, which lasted
from 1789 to 1799, brought democracy to
France's government.
3.
Albert Einstein's theories caused a
revolution, or dramatic change, in the
way people think about the universe.
physics
(noun)
revolution
(noun)
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WORDS IN CONTEXT
DAY 1
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1.
If you receive criticism, people share with you
their negative thoughts about something you
did.
2.
People who have new ideas in scientific fields
often receive criticism at first, but over time
their ideas often gain acceptance.
3.
She ignored her parents' criticism of her
decision to be an artist and went on to become
quite successful.
1.
If you are astounded by the beauty of the
Grand Canyon, you are so dazzled by it
that you can hardly believe what you're
seeing.
2.
I was astounded, or astonished, to see all
the tricks her dog could do.
3.
Scientists in the early 1900s were
astounded by Albert Einstein's ideas
about the nature of the universe.
1.
certification
Certification is the process by which a person
obtains a patent for a new invention or a
document for completing a course of study.
2.
When the process of certification takes place, a
person or organization receives a certificate.
(noun)
3.
Albert Einstein once had a job making sure that
devices submitted for patent certification
worked the way their inventors said they did.
criticism
(noun)
astounded
(adjective)
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WORD SMART
DAY 1
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Name: _______________________________________________________
INSTRUCTIONS: Record a vocabulary word in each word box. Then write a synonym and an antonym, draw
a picture, and define each word. Use each word in a sentence on the back of this worksheet.
Word
Picture
Synonym
Antonym
Definition
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Word
Picture
Synonym
Antonym
Definition
_______________________________________________________________________________________________
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compass
WORD CARD
theory
WORD CARD
molecule
WORD CARD
a direction-finding tool
with a needle that always
points north
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
a possible explanation
that has not been proven
true
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
the smallest part of a
substance that can exist
by itself, made of one or
more atoms
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
algebra
WORD CARD
atom
WORD CARD
universe
WORD CARD
a branch of math in which
symbols, usually letters,
are used to represent
unknown numbers
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
the smallest unit of an
element
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
all things that exist in
space
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
patent
WORD CARD
physics
WORD CARD
revolution
WORD CARD
a document granting the
right to make money from
an invention
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
the scientific study of
matter, motion, and
energy
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
an overthrow of previous
ideas or ways of doing
things
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
criticism
the act of finding fault or
carefully judging for
review
(noun)
WORD CARD
DEFINITION CARD
astounded
completely surprised;
amazed
(adjective)
WORD CARD
DEFINITION CARD
certification
WORD CARD
the process of receiving
an official document
showing that something
is true or that it works as
claimed
(noun)
DEFINITION CARD
ANALOGIES
DAY 2
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Name:
An analogy shows a relationship between two sets of words. The words in the first pair must have the same
relationship as the words in the second pair. To complete an analogy with a missing word, you must first discover
the relationship between the completed pair. (Example: Cat is to meow as dog is to bark.)
temperature
biology
battle
hypothesize
revolution
approval
elements
property
frightened
social studies
rocks and minerals
abbreviate
INSTRUCTIONS: Determine the relationship between the first pair of words. Then use the words in the word box to complete the
second pair of words.
1.
Certification is to certify ...as... abbreviation is to
2.
Patent is to license ...as... possessions are to
3.
Theory is to theorize ...as... hypothesis is to
4.
Physics is to energy and matter ...as... geology is to
5.
Universe is to cosmos ...as... orbit is to
6.
Criticism is to disapproval ...as... acceptance is to
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ANALOGIES
DAY 2
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Name:
An analogy shows a relationship between two sets of words. The words in the first pair must have the same
relationship as the words in the second pair. To complete an analogy with a missing word, you must first discover
the relationship between the completed pair. (Example: Cat is to meow as dog is to bark.)
temperature
biology
battle
hypothesize
revolution
approval
elements
property
frightened
social studies
rocks and minerals
abbreviate
INSTRUCTIONS: Determine the relationship between the first pair of words. Then use the words in the word box to complete the
second pair of words.
7.
Astounded is to amazed ...as... alarmed is to
8.
Compass is to direction ...as... thermometer is to
9.
Atom is to chemistry ...as... genes are to
10.
Algebra is to math ...as... history is to
11.
Molecule is to atoms ...as... compound is to
12.
Revolution is to rebellion ...as... fight is to
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CLOZE SENTENCES
DAY 2
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Name:
compass
algebra
patent
criticism
theory
atom
physics
astounded
molecule
universe
revolution
certification
INSTRUCTIONS: Use the vocabulary words in the word box above to complete the sentences below.
1.
Professional
requires a person to
prove that he or she is qualified to perform a job.
2.
A
3.
The
is used to explain a phenomenon.
contains much more than we can be aware
of.
4.
An
is the basic unit of matter.
is negative feedback from other people.
5.
6.
The inventor of a product needs to get a
to
protect his or her rights to it.
7.
In
, you find the missing number.
is the branch of science that studies the building
8.
blocks of the universe.
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CLOZE SENTENCES
DAY 2
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Name:
compass
algebra
patent
criticism
theory
atom
physics
astounded
molecule
universe
revolution
certification
INSTRUCTIONS: Use the vocabulary words in the word box above to complete the sentences below.
9.
The needle of a
10.
A
11.
She was
always points north.
consists of one or more atoms.
to discover that her new friend's
parents have the same birthdays as her own parents.
12.
The invention of the computer created a worldwide
in how people do business.
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EXPLORATION
DAY 3
INSTRUCTIONS: Assign one or more of the following activities to reinforce the function of nouns.
NOUNS
Draw a Picture
Materials: Word cards; box or envelope; paper; pencils, markers, or crayons
Place all the word cards in a box or envelope. Have students pull out a word card
and draw a picture of the chosen word. Encourage them to draw a picture that
illustrates the word’s meaning.
Make a Picture Dictionary
Materials: Paper; pencils, markers, or crayons
Have students create a picture dictionary for the word list by writing their own
definitions and drawing their own illustrations in their book.
Make a Sentence
Materials: Word cards, box or envelope, strips of paper
Place all the word cards in a box or envelope. Have students pull out a word card
and use their chosen word to create a written or oral sentence.
Match a Word
Materials: Word cards, tape, box or envelope
Place all the word cards in a box or envelope. Have students pull out a word card
and tape it onto an object in the classroom using the word as a label.
Mime It!
Materials: Word cards, box or envelope
Place all the word cards in a box or envelope. Have students pull out a word card
and act it out. Have classmates try to guess the word.
Pick a Synonym or Antonym
Materials: Word cards
Place all the word cards in a box or envelope. Have students pull out a word card
and give a synonym or an antonym for the chosen word. (You may choose to omit
words that do not have synonyms or antonyms, or you may choose to include them
as points of discussion.)
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CONCEPT COMPLETION
DAY 4
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Name:
INSTRUCTIONS: Use what you know about the vocabulary words to complete the following sentences.
1.
I would be astounded if I saw
2.
If you study physics, you will learn about
3.
I have a theory about
4.
Criticism is
5.
An atom is
6.
A revolution is
7.
It's a good idea to get a patent if you
8.
One of my favorite things in the whole universe is
9.
Certification is a process by which
10.
The captain used the compass to
11.
A molecule is made up of
12.
Algebra is a branch of
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ASSESSMENT
DAY 5
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Name:
INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the best answer to complete each statement.
1.
A compass would be most useful to
a person who is
cooking
hiking
reading
6.
2.
A theory is developed by scientists
to explain a
phenomenon
procedure
consequence
7.
Scientists believe the universe is at
least
years old.
13 thousand
13 billion
13 million
gets a patent.
A clothing store
An inventor
A parent
not part of the realm of
8.
3.
A molecule is the smallest part of
physics.
Animals are
Energy is
Matter is
a substance
a reaction
an element
4.
Algebra is a branch of
science
the arts
math
5.
An atom of
water.
oxygen
nitrogen
hydrogen
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is not part of
9.
is not a synonym for
revolution.
Election
Dramatic change
Overthrow
10.
Criticism is not the same as
positive feedback
disapproval
negative feedback
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ASSESSMENT
DAY 5
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Name:
INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the best answer to complete each statement.
11.
An antonym for astounded is
excited
bored
angry
12.
After certification, a person or
organization receives a
document
gold watch
medal
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