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WORDS IN CONTEXT

DAY 1( of 4)

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compass(noun)

You can easily find south, east, and westbecause your compass always points north.

1.

Before the compass, or magnetic compass, wasinvented, sailors used the Sun and other stars tofind their way at sea.

2.

His friends called Aaron the human compassbecause he was so good at finding his way.

3.

theory(noun)

An unproven theory is ahypothesis, while a proven theory isa principle.

1.

A theory is developed by a scientistto explain a phenomenon.

2.

They developed a theory to explainhow dinosaurs became extinct.

3.

molecule(noun)

Several forces hold the atoms ina molecule together.

1.

A molecule is a group of atomsthat are bonded together.

2.

The smallest unit of a chemicalcompound is a molecule.

3.

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algebra(noun)

In algebra, letters take the place ofunknown numbers.

1.

Algebra is taught by a math teacher,not a social studies teacher.

2.

When doing algebra, you mustdetermine the number that "x"represents.

3.

atom(noun)

The nucleus of an atom, whichcontains protons and neutrons, issurrounded by orbiting electrons.

1.

An atom joins with other atoms tocreate a molecule.

2.

A water molecule is made up of oneatom of oxygen bound to two atomsof hydrogen.

3.

universe(noun)

The universe is the sum total ofeverything that exists.

1.

Scientists believe that the universe,or cosmos, has existed for morethan 13 billion years.

2.

The Big Bang theory is a scientifictheory about how the universecame into existence.

3.

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patent(noun)

A patent is legal proof that an item wasinvented by a particular person and notsomeone else.

1.

A patent for a machine is similar to acopyright for a piece of written work.

2.

Alexander Graham Bell got a patent forthe telephone, but other people alsothought of the idea.

3.

physics(noun)

Physics is concerned with the basicbuilding blocks of the universe,including energy, matter, space, andtime.

1.

Physics falls under the category ofphysical sciences, unlike botany, which isone of the life sciences.

2.

Albert Einstein's scientific theoriesrevolutionized the field of physics.

3.

revolution(noun)

A revolution is a dramatic change insomething, such as a government, afashion, or a set of ideas.

1.

The French Revolution, which lastedfrom 1789 to 1799, brought democracy toFrance's government.

2.

Albert Einstein's theories caused arevolution, or dramatic change, in theway people think about the universe.

3.

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criticism(noun)

If you receive criticism, people share with youtheir negative thoughts about something youdid.

1.

People who have new ideas in scientific fieldsoften receive criticism at first, but over timetheir ideas often gain acceptance.

2.

She ignored her parents' criticism of herdecision to be an artist and went on to becomequite successful.

3.

astounded(adjective)

If you are astounded by the beauty of theGrand Canyon, you are so dazzled by itthat you can hardly believe what you'reseeing.

1.

I was astounded, or astonished, to see allthe tricks her dog could do.

2.

Scientists in the early 1900s wereastounded by Albert Einstein's ideasabout the nature of the universe.

3.

certification(noun)

Certification is the process by which a personobtains a patent for a new invention or adocument for completing a course of study.

1.

When the process of certification takes place, aperson or organization receives a certificate.

2.

Albert Einstein once had a job making sure thatdevices submitted for patent certificationworked the way their inventors said they did.

3.

DAY 1WORD SMART

Synonym

Definition _______________________________________________________________________________________________

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Antonym

Word Picture

Synonym

Definition _______________________________________________________________________________________________

__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Antonym

Word Picture

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.

Name: _______________________________________________________ (Page 1 of 1)


WORD CARD DEFINITION CARD

compassa direction-finding tool

with a needle that alwayspoints north

(noun)


theorya possible explanation

that has not been proventrue

(noun)


moleculethe smallest part of a

substance that can existby itself, made of one or

more atoms(noun)


algebraa branch of math in whichsymbols, usually letters,

are used to representunknown numbers

(noun)


atomthe smallest unit of an

element(noun)


universeall things that exist in

space(noun)


patenta document granting the

right to make money froman invention

(noun)


physicsthe scientific study ofmatter, motion, and

energy(noun)


revolutionan overthrow of previous

ideas or ways of doingthings(noun)


criticismthe act of finding fault or

carefully judging forreview(noun)


astoundedcompletely surprised;

amazed(adjective)


certification

the process of receivingan official document

showing that somethingis true or that it works as

claimed(noun)

ANALOGIES

DAY 2(Page 1 of 2)

Name:

An analogy shows a relationship between two sets of words. The words in the first pair must have the samerelationship as the words in the second pair. To complete an analogy with a missing word, you must first discoverthe relationship between the completed pair. (Example: Cat is to meow as dog is to bark.)

temperature

hypothesize

elements

social studies

biology

revolution

property

rocks and minerals

battle

approval

frightened

abbreviate

INSTRUCTIONS: Determine the relationship between the first pair of words. Then use the words in the word box to complete thesecond pair of words.


Certification is to certify ...as... abbreviation is to1.

Patent is to license ...as... possessions are to2.

Theory is to theorize ...as... hypothesis is to3.

Physics is to energy and matter ...as... geology is to4.

Universe is to cosmos ...as... orbit is to 5.

Criticism is to disapproval ...as... acceptance is to6.

ANALOGIES

DAY 2(Page 2 of 2)

Name:

An analogy shows a relationship between two sets of words. The words in the first pair must have the samerelationship as the words in the second pair. To complete an analogy with a missing word, you must first discoverthe relationship between the completed pair. (Example: Cat is to meow as dog is to bark.)

temperature

hypothesize

elements

social studies

biology

revolution

property

rocks and minerals

battle

approval

frightened

abbreviate

INSTRUCTIONS: Determine the relationship between the first pair of words. Then use the words in the word box to complete thesecond pair of words.


Astounded is to amazed ...as... alarmed is to7.

Compass is to direction ...as... thermometer is to8.

Atom is to chemistry ...as... genes are to 9.

Algebra is to math ...as... history is to10.

Molecule is to atoms ...as... compound is to11.

Revolution is to rebellion ...as... fight is to12.

CLOZE SENTENCES

DAY 2(Page 1 of 2)

Name:

compass

theory

molecule

algebra

atom

universe

patent

physics

revolution

criticism

astounded

certification

INSTRUCTIONS: Use the vocabulary words in the word box above to complete the sentences below.


Professional requires a person to

prove that he or she is qualified to perform a job.

1.

A is used to explain a phenomenon.2.

The contains much more than we can be aware

of.

3.

An is the basic unit of matter.4.

is negative feedback from other people.5.

The inventor of a product needs to get a to

protect his or her rights to it.

6.

In , you find the missing number.7.

is the branch of science that studies the building

blocks of the universe.

8.

CLOZE SENTENCES

DAY 2(Page 2 of 2)

Name:

compass

theory

molecule

algebra

atom

universe

patent

physics

revolution

criticism

astounded

certification

INSTRUCTIONS: Use the vocabulary words in the word box above to complete the sentences below.


The needle of a always points north.9.

A consists of one or more atoms.10.

She was to discover that her new friend's

parents have the same birthdays as her own parents.

11.

The invention of the computer created a worldwide

in how people do business.

12.

DAY 3EXPLORATION

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.)


CONCEPT COMPLETION

DAY 4(Page 1 of 1)

Name:

INSTRUCTIONS: Use what you know about the vocabulary words to complete the following sentences.


I would be astounded if I saw 1.

If you study physics, you will learn about 2.

I have a theory about 3.

Criticism is 4.

An atom is 5.

A revolution is 6.

It's a good idea to get a patent if you 7.

One of my favorite things in the whole universe is 8.

Certification is a process by which 9.

The captain used the compass to 10.

A molecule is made up of 11.

Algebra is a branch of 12.

ASSESSMENT

DAY 5(Page 1 of 2)

Name:

INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the best answer to complete each statement.


A compass would be most useful toa person who is

cooking hiking reading

1.

A theory is developed by scientiststo explain a

phenomenon procedure consequence

2.

A molecule is the smallest part of

a substance a reaction an element

3.

Algebra is a branch of science the arts math

4.

An atom of is not part ofwater.

oxygen nitrogen hydrogen

5.

Scientists believe the universe is atleast years old.

13 thousand 13 billion 13 million

6.

gets a patent. A clothing store An inventor A parent

7.

not part of the realm ofphysics.

Animals are Energy is Matter is

8.

is not a synonym forrevolution.

Election Dramatic change Overthrow

9.

Criticism is not the same as

positive feedback disapproval negative feedback

10.

ASSESSMENT

DAY 5(Page 2 of 2)

Name:

INSTRUCTIONS: Choose the best answer to complete each statement.


An antonym for astounded is

excited bored angry

11.

After certification, a person ororganization receives a

document gold watch medal

12.

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