W11
Vocabulary
Let’s go over the new vocabulary for this week.
parachute (n.)
a large cloth device that helps someone or something fall slowly from the sky
1
He landed safely with his parachute.
steer (v.)
to control the direction of something, like a vehicle or parachute
2
She learned how to steer the boat.
essential (adj.)
very important and necessary
3
Water is essential for all living things.
underbrush (n.)
small bushes and plants growing under trees in a forest
4
The rabbit hid in the thick underbrush.
wind (n.)
moving air
5
She felt the cool wind on her face.
concentrate (v.)
to focus all your attention on something
6
It’s important to concentrate while studying.
dedication (n.)
being committed and working hard for a purpose
7
The team’s dedication led to their success.
method (n.)
a way of doing something
8
She used a different method to solve the problem.
emergency (n.)
a serious and unexpected situation that needs immediate action
9
The emergency sirens blared throughout the city.
conflict (adj.)
a struggle or fight between people or groups
10
They worked hard to resolve the conflict peacefully.
wildfire (n.)
a large, uncontrolled fire in a natural area
11
The wildfire spread quickly through the dry forest.
ground crew (n.)
a team of people working on the ground, especially in emergencies
12
The ground crew prepared the plane for takeoff.
slope (n.)
a surface that is slanted, not flat
13
The children slid down the slope on their sleds.
blaze (n.)
a large, strong fire
14
The campfire began to blaze brightly as the sun set.
destructive (adj.)
causing a lot of damage
15
The typhoon caused destructive winds that uprooted trees.
threaten (v.)
to be a danger to something or someone
16
The dark clouds threaten rain later.
firebreak (n.)
a gap created to stop or slow the spread of a fire
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The firefighters created a firebreak to stop the wildfire’s spread.
barrier (n.)
something that blocks or prevents movement
18
The fence acted as a barrier to keep the animals in.
tinderbox (n.)
something that can catch fire easily
19
The dry grass made the area feel like a tinderbox waiting for a spark.
flame (n.)
the bright, burning gas you see in a fire
20
The candle’s flame flickered in the dark.
gulch (n.)
a narrow, steep-sided valley
21
The hikers carefully made their way down the steep gulch.
lurk (v.)
to stay hidden, often with bad intentions
22
He would often lurk around the corner to surprise his friends.
routine (n.)
a regular way of doing things
23
His exercise routine includes running and yoga.
obstacle (n.)
something that blocks that way or makes it difficult to move forward
24
The fallen trees became an obstacle on the hiking trail.
fire- retardant (adj.)
a substance used to slow down or stop the spread of fire
25
The firefighters used fire-retardant materials to protect the structure.
jumpsuit (n.)
a one-piece suit worn by parachuters and firefighters
26
He chose a comfortable jumpsuit for his flight.
ladder (n.)
a tool used for climbing up or down
27
He climbed the ladder to reach the roof.
aluminum (n.)
a lightweight, silver-colored metal
28
The can is made of aluminum and can be recycled.
ember (n.)
a small, glowing piece of burning wood or coal
29
An ember glowed softly in the dying fire.
helmet (n.)
a hard hat worn to protect the head
27
She wore a helmet for safety while riding her scooter.