Vocabulary 5 a Acquire and use accurately gradeappropriate general academic and domainspecific words and phrases gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression ID: 771674
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Vocabulary 5a Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (7.L.6)
Rate the following words Adequate Administer Agitate CapitulateCitrusDisrupt/disruptive/disruptionHovelIlliterate/illiteracyindifferent I know the word and can explain it I know the word, but can’t explain it I don’t know the word
Today we will acquire and use academic vocabulary It is important to continue expanding our vocabulary and to ensure we use words correctly Objective Rationale Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (7.L.6)
Adequate (adj) Enough; sufficient One serving of broccoli provides an adequate amount of vitamin C for the day.
administer (verb) To manage or direct Mrs. Villamar will administer the math test next week.To give out as treatment or assistanceShe will administer tutoring before the test.
Agitate (verb) To disturb or upset Water agitates the cat. To move with an irregular, fast, or violent actionThe washing machine was put on delicate, so it would agitate gently.To stir up interest in and support for a cause Though the American colonist agitated for more power and independence, King George III was deaf to their demands.
capitulate (verb) To give in; to surrender King George III refused to capitulate to the colonist demands, forcing them to revolt.
citrus (noun/adj ) Noun -A fruit of the family that includes oranges, lemons, grapefruits, and limes; a tree that produces that fruitCitrus is an excellent source of vitamin C.Adjective- Of or relating to these fruits or trees The kumquat is a lesser-known member of the citrus family.
Disrupt (verb ) to break up the orderly course of Everyday there are some students who attempt to disrupt class.Disruptive (adj) causing confusion or disorderDisruptive behavior is irresponsible and unacceptable during class. Disruption (Noun) a disturbance that interrupts or causes confusion When students cause a selfish disruption, they should have a consequence.
Hovel (noun) a n unpleasant, cramped, and dilapidated place to live During her childhood, my grandmother lived in a hovel.
Illiterate (adj ) Illiterate ( adj) unable to read or writeVolunteers are needed to help teach illiterate adults how to read.Illiteracy (noun) inability to read or writeIlliteracy is practically non-existent in Japan.
indifferent (adj ) Not concerned about; not caring She was indifferent to any grades except PE and Art, which caused her to have a low grade point average.Neither very good or very bad; passableHer indifferent grades in school worried her parents.
Making connections What is something that is adequate in your life?What is something you could administer ? Who agitates you the most? What is the last argument you capitulated on? What is your favorite citrus ? What kind of disruption annoys you the most? Where might you find a hovel ? Do you know anyone who is illiterate ? Are you going to be indifferent to your grades this quarter?
Urgent (adj ) Urgency (noun) Needing quick action or attention. There are porta-potties on the beach for those who have an urgent need to go.The need for quick action. I don’t care for germs, but I’ll use the porta-potties in cases of urgency .
toil (verb/noun) To work hard and long Children in other countries are forced to toil all day long.To make one’s way with difficulty.The young boys toiled using only a carpet knife. ( noun ) Hard and tiring labor. The young boy worked seven years before receiving a respite from his toil .
strenuous (adj ) Needing much effort; using a lot of energy. The kids thought cleaning the house was extremely strenuous.Very active; vigorous.The kids gave a strenuous objection when asked to do chores without getting an allowance.
respite (noun) A period of rest; a pause. The rain brought a welcomed respite from the tremendous heat.
Permanent (adj ) Lasting or expected to last for a long time. Unfortunately, the tattoo was permanent.
Menial (adj) Of or relating to low-level humble work Desperate to make money, Oliver accepted menial work with low pay.