English Vocabulary · Grade 2 Live Review Preview
2nd Grade Vocabulary Words
Second-grade vocabulary connects increasingly fluent reading with science, social studies, mathematics, and richer stories. Learners practise useful everyday and academic words while noticing vowel teams, syllables, word families, and words whose meaning depends on context.
This independently authored 300-word list is calibrated with the supplied district reading vocabulary and Flocabulary references. It does not repeat the Phonics/CVC or Grade 1 levels, and every definition, example, story, and question is newly written for this curriculum.
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Page 1: words 1–10
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | curious | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | περίεργος | The curious child examined the unusual shell. |
| 2 | science | nounGrade 2 content-area word | επιστήμη | Our science class tested which objects would float. |
| 3 | astronomy | nounGrade 2 content-area word | αστρονομία | Astronomy helps us learn about distant planets. |
| 4 | atlas | nounGrade 2 content-area word | 1. άτλας 2. άτλαντας | We used an atlas to locate Brazil. |
| 5 | earth | nounGrade 2 content-area word | γη | Earth travels around the sun. |
| 6 | ocean | nounGrade 2 content-area word | ωκεανός | A blue whale swims through the ocean. |
| 7 | island | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. νήσος 2. νησί | The small island had one sandy beach. |
| 8 | cliff | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. βουνοπλαγιά 2. κλιτύς 3. πρανές | The birds nested safely on the cliff. |
| 9 | planet | nounGrade 2 content-area word | πλανήτης | Mars is the fourth planet from the sun. |
| 10 | telescope | nounGrade 2 content-area word | 1. τηλεσκόπιο 2. κιάλι | We saw the moon through a telescope. |
A Curious Look at Earth
Reading practice for pages 1–3. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Ravi is curious about the night sky. In science, he studies astronomy and finds Earth in a star atlas. He learns that our planet travels around the sun.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What is Ravi curious about?
Ravi is curious about the night sky.
2. What does he study?
He studies astronomy.
3. What does the atlas show?
The atlas shows Earth among the stars.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The ___ child examined the unusual shell.
Answer: curious
2. Our ___ class tested which objects would float.
Answer: science
3. ___ helps us learn about distant planets.
Answer: astronomy
4. We used an ___ to locate Brazil.
Answer: atlas
5. ___ travels around the sun.
Answer: earth
Page 2: words 11–20
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | universe | nounGrade 2 content-area word | σύμπαν | The universe contains countless stars and galaxies. |
| 12 | instrument | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. εργαλείο 2. όργανο | The scientist cleaned each instrument after the experiment. |
| 13 | invent | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | εφευρίσκω | The students hope to invent a quieter alarm. |
| 14 | design | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | σχέδιο | Rina drew a design for the birdhouse. |
| 15 | measure | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. μέτρο 2. μετρώ | Please measure the table with this ruler. |
| 16 | gravity | nounGrade 2 content-area word | 1. σοβαρότητα 2. δριμύτητα | Gravity made the dropped apple fall. |
| 17 | balance | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ισορροπία | The dancer kept her balance on one foot. |
| 18 | connect | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | συνδέω | Use the short wire to connect the batteries. |
| 19 | insect | nounGrade 2 content-area word | έντομο | An ant is a tiny insect. |
| 20 | lizard | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | σαύρα | The green lizard rested on a warm stone. |
Page 2 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 2.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The students hope to ___ a quieter alarm.
Answer: invent
2. Rina drew a ___ for the birdhouse.
Answer: design
3. Please ___ the table with this ruler.
Answer: measure
4. ___ made the dropped apple fall.
Answer: gravity
5. The dancer kept her ___ on one foot.
Answer: balance
Page 3: words 21–30
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | calf | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | μοσχάρι | The calf stayed close to its mother. |
| 22 | herd | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. κοπάδι 2. αγέλη | A herd of elephants crossed the grassland. |
| 23 | claw | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | νύχι | The eagle gripped the branch with one claw. |
| 24 | nibble | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. περιτρώγω 2. ροκανίζω 3. τσιμπολογώ | The rabbit began to nibble a carrot. |
| 25 | shelter | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. καταφύγιο 2. άσυλο 3. στέγη | The fox found shelter beneath a fallen tree. |
| 26 | collect | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | συγκεντρώνω | We collect smooth stones beside the river. |
| 27 | notice | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. διακρίνω 2. παρατηρώ 3. προσέχω | Did you notice the tiny paw print? |
| 28 | discover | verbmultisyllable word | ανακαλύπτω | During each trip, the hikers discover something new. |
| 29 | explain | verbGrade 2 reading word | εξηγώ | Can you explain how the model works? |
| 30 | present | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | παρουσιάζω | Our group will present the project on Friday. |
Page 3 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 3.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. We ___ smooth stones beside the river.
Answer: collect
2. Did you ___ the tiny paw print?
Answer: notice
3. During each trip, the hikers ___ something new.
Answer: discover
4. Can you ___ how the model works?
Answer: explain
5. Our group will ___ the project on Friday.
Answer: present
Page 4: words 31–40
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | accident | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ατύχημα | The spilled paint was an accident. |
| 32 | agree | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | συμφωνώ | We agree that the blue poster is clearest. |
| 33 | arrive | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | φτάνω | The school bus will arrive at eight. |
| 34 | attention | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | προσοχή | Please give the speaker your full attention. |
| 35 | award | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. έπαθλο 2. βραβείο | Nora received an award for her poem. |
| 36 | aware | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | γνωρίζω | We were aware of the dark clouds nearby. |
| 37 | banner | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πανό | The class hung a welcome banner above the door. |
| 38 | bare | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | γυμνός | His bare feet left prints in the sand. |
| 39 | base | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | βάση | The lamp has a wide, heavy base. |
| 40 | beach | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αμμουδιά 2. παραλία 3. ακρογιαλιά | We built a sandcastle on the beach. |
A Bare Foot at the Beach
Reading practice for pages 4–6. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Nora and Ben agree to wear sandals at the beach. Ben takes one off and steps with a bare foot near the base of a rock. By accident, he touches a sharp shell, so he puts the sandal back on.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What do Nora and Ben agree to wear?
They agree to wear sandals.
2. Where does Ben step?
He steps near the base of a rock.
3. What happens by accident?
Ben touches a sharp shell.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. His ___ feet left prints in the sand.
Answer: bare
2. The lamp has a wide, heavy ___.
Answer: base
3. We built a sandcastle on the ___.
Answer: beach
4. The spilled paint was an ___.
Answer: accident
5. We ___ that the blue poster is clearest.
Answer: agree
Page 5: words 41–50
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | besides | prepositionGrade 2 high-utility word | εκτός | Besides art, Mei enjoys music and dance. |
| 42 | board | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. σανίδα 2. πίνακας | Dad placed the board across two boxes. |
| 43 | bounce | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | αναπηδώ | The rubber ball can bounce very high. |
| 44 | brain | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. εγκέφαλος 2. μυαλά | Your brain helps you remember new information. |
| 45 | brave | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. γενναίος 2. θαρραλέος | The brave firefighter entered the smoky room. |
| 46 | bright | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. λαμπερός 2. λαμπρός 3. φωτεινός | A bright star appeared above the trees. |
| 47 | cage | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | κλουβί | The rescued bird rested inside an open cage. |
| 48 | calm | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | ήρεμος | The lake looked calm before sunrise. |
| 49 | career | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | καριέρα | Mina hopes for a career as a veterinarian. |
| 50 | center | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | κέντρο | Draw a small circle in the center of the page. |
Page 5 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 5.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. ___ art, Mei enjoys music and dance.
Answer: besides
2. Dad placed the ___ across two boxes.
Answer: board
3. The rubber ball can ___ very high.
Answer: bounce
4. Your ___ helps you remember new information.
Answer: brain
5. The ___ firefighter entered the smoky room.
Answer: brave
Page 6: words 51–60
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | cheer | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. επευφημώ 2. ζητωκραυγάζω | Families cheer when the runners reach the finish. |
| 52 | chew | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | μασάω | Chew each bite slowly before swallowing. |
| 53 | clear | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αποσαφηνίζω 2. ξεκαθαρίζω 3. διαυγής | The teacher gave clear directions for the game. |
| 54 | club | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | σπαθί | I joined the school gardening club. |
| 55 | core | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πυρήνας | Only the apple core remained after lunch. |
| 56 | corner | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. γωνιά 2. γωνία | A small table stood in the corner. |
| 57 | couple | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ζεύγος 2. ζευγάρι | A couple of ducks crossed the path. |
| 58 | crowd | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. πλήθος 2. πολυκοσμία | A crowd waited outside the theater. |
| 59 | damp | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. νοτερός 2. αποθαρρυμένος | The towel was still damp after an hour. |
| 60 | dangerous | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | επικίνδυνος | It is dangerous to walk on thin ice. |
Page 6 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 6.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Families ___ when the runners reach the finish.
Answer: cheer
2. ___ each bite slowly before swallowing.
Answer: chew
3. The teacher gave ___ directions for the game.
Answer: clear
4. I joined the school gardening ___.
Answer: club
5. Only the apple ___ remained after lunch.
Answer: core
Page 7: words 61–70
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | dash | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. εξόρμηση 2. έφοδος | We dash inside when the rain begins. |
| 62 | dawn | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ξημερώνω 2. χαράζω 3. αυγή | Birds began singing at dawn. |
| 63 | deep | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | βαθύς | The deep pool has a marked shallow end. |
| 64 | demolish | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. γκρεμίζω 2. κατεδαφίζω | Workers will demolish the unsafe shed. |
| 65 | discard | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. απορρίπτω 2. παραμερίζω 3. ανατινάζω | Please discard the empty wrapper in the bin. |
| 66 | dive | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. βουτιά 2. κατάδυση | The penguins dive beneath the cold water. |
| 67 | dome | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. τρούλος 2. θόλος | The museum has a silver dome. |
| 68 | doubt | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | αμφιβάλλω | I doubt that this heavy box is empty. |
| 69 | dozen | numberGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ντουζίνα 2. δωδεκάδα | A dozen eggs filled the carton. |
| 70 | enemy | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | εχθρός | The story's hero tried to understand his enemy. |
Cleaning the Pond
Reading practice for pages 7–9. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
A plastic dome floats in the pond. Maya does not doubt that it could hurt a duck that tries to dive. She removes it, but she will not demolish it or discard it; she cleans it for an art project.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What floats in the pond?
A plastic dome floats in the pond.
2. Why does Maya remove it?
She thinks it could hurt a diving duck.
3. What will she do with it?
She will clean it for an art project.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Workers will ___ the unsafe shed.
Answer: demolish
2. Please ___ the empty wrapper in the bin.
Answer: discard
3. The penguins ___ beneath the cold water.
Answer: dive
4. The museum has a silver ___.
Answer: dome
5. I ___ that this heavy box is empty.
Answer: doubt
Page 8: words 71–80
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | evening | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. βράδυ 2. εσπέρα 3. δειλινό | We watched fireflies in the evening. |
| 72 | exactly | adverbGrade 2 high-utility word | ακριβώς | The two ribbons are exactly the same length. |
| 73 | excess | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | υπερβολή | We poured off the excess water. |
| 74 | factory | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | εργοστάσιο | The factory makes bicycles and helmets. |
| 75 | fair | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ξανθός 2. ανοιχτός | Taking turns is a fair solution. |
| 76 | famous | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. διάσημος 2. περίφημος | The city is famous for its ancient bridge. |
| 77 | feast | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. γιορτή 2. πανηγύρι 3. ευωχία | The family prepared a feast for the holiday. |
| 78 | field | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αγρός 2. χωράφι | Wildflowers covered the sunny field. |
| 79 | finally | adverbGrade 2 high-utility word | τελικά | The missing kitten finally came home. |
| 80 | flap | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | τινάζω | The bird began to flap its wings. |
Page 8 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 8.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The city is ___ for its ancient bridge.
Answer: famous
2. The family prepared a ___ for the holiday.
Answer: feast
3. Wildflowers covered the sunny ___.
Answer: field
4. The missing kitten ___ came home.
Answer: finally
5. The bird began to ___ its wings.
Answer: flap
Page 9: words 81–90
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | float | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | φελλός | A dry leaf can float on water. |
| 82 | flood | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πλημμύρα | The flood closed the road near the river. |
| 83 | fold | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. διπλώνω 2. πτύσσω 3. ανοίγω | Fold the paper in half carefully. |
| 84 | frighten | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | τρομάζω | Sudden thunder can frighten a young puppy. |
| 85 | fuel | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | καύσιμο | The bus needs fuel before the long trip. |
| 86 | gap | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | κενό | The rabbit slipped through a gap in the fence. |
| 87 | gaze | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | βλέμμα | We gaze at the stars from the porch. |
| 88 | greedy | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | άπληστος | The greedy pirate kept every coin. |
| 89 | harm | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | βλάβη | The helmet protects your head from harm. |
| 90 | idea | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ιδέα | Tariq shared an idea for saving water. |
Page 9 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 9.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The helmet protects your head from ___.
Answer: harm
2. Tariq shared an ___ for saving water.
Answer: idea
3. A dry leaf can ___ on water.
Answer: float
4. The ___ closed the road near the river.
Answer: flood
5. ___ the paper in half carefully.
Answer: fold
Page 10: words 91–100
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | leader | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αρχηγός 2. ηγέτης | Our team leader listened to everyone's suggestions. |
| 92 | leap | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. πάλλομαι 2. αναπηδώ 3. ξεπετάγομαι | The frog can leap across the narrow stream. |
| 93 | local | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ντόπιος 2. τοπικός | We bought honey from a local farm. |
| 94 | lonely | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | έρημος | The lonely child invited a classmate to play. |
| 95 | luxury | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πολυτέλεια | A warm bath felt like a luxury after camping. |
| 96 | march | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | εμβατήριο | The band will march through the town. |
| 97 | mention | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αναφορά 2. μνεία 3. μνημόνευση | Please mention the book's title in your report. |
| 98 | motor | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. κινητικός 2. κινητήρας 3. μηχανή | A small motor turns the fan blades. |
| 99 | nervous | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | νευρικός | I felt nervous before speaking to the class. |
| 100 | pale | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. χλωμός 2. ωχρός | The pale yellow moon rose slowly. |
The Lonely Calf
Reading practice for pages 10–12. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
A local farmer sees a lonely calf beside the fence. The herd’s leader gives a small leap and returns to it. The warm barn is not a luxury; it is a safe place for all the animals.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. Who sees the calf?
A local farmer sees the calf.
2. Why is the calf lonely?
The calf is away from the herd.
3. What is the barn for?
The barn is a safe place for the animals.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Our team ___ listened to everyone's suggestions.
Answer: leader
2. The frog can ___ across the narrow stream.
Answer: leap
3. We bought honey from a ___ farm.
Answer: local
4. The ___ child invited a classmate to play.
Answer: lonely
5. A warm bath felt like a ___ after camping.
Answer: luxury
Page 11: words 101–110
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | parade | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | παρέλαση | A marching band led the parade. |
| 102 | past | prepositionGrade 2 high-utility word | πέρα | Walk past the library and turn left. |
| 103 | peak | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | κορυφή | Snow covered the mountain peak. |
| 104 | proof | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | απόδειξη | The muddy tracks were proof that an animal visited. |
| 105 | reflect | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | ανακλώ | Still water can reflect the clouds. |
| 106 | rumor | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | φήμη | The rumor stopped after we checked the facts. |
| 107 | safe | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ασφαλής 2. ακίνδυνος | Keep the medicine in a safe place. |
| 108 | scholar | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | λόγιος | The young scholar read books about ancient Egypt. |
| 109 | seal | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | φώκια | A gray seal rested on the rocks. |
| 110 | search | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αναζητώ 2. ερευνώ | We search the garden for the missing key. |
Page 11 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 11.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Walk ___ the library and turn left.
Answer: past
2. Snow covered the mountain ___.
Answer: peak
3. The muddy tracks were ___ that an animal visited.
Answer: proof
4. Still water can ___ the clouds.
Answer: reflect
5. The ___ stopped after we checked the facts.
Answer: rumor
Page 12: words 111–120
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | settle | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | πληρώνω | The dust will settle after the truck passes. |
| 112 | shiver | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ριγώ 2. τουρτουρίζω | Without a coat, I began to shiver. |
| 113 | shy | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ντροπαλός 2. φοβητσιάρης | The shy student smiled but did not speak. |
| 114 | skill | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. επιδεξιότητα 2. ικανότητα 3. δεξιοτεχνία | Reading a map is a useful skill. |
| 115 | slight | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | ελαφρύς | A slight breeze moved the curtains. |
| 116 | smooth | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | γλυκόπιοτος | The river stone felt round and smooth. |
| 117 | soil | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | έδαφος | The seeds grew well in the dark soil. |
| 118 | steady | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | σταθερός | Keep a steady hand while pouring the juice. |
| 119 | strand | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | παραλία | A strand of yarn hung from the scarf. |
| 120 | stream | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ρυάκι | We crossed the shallow stream on stones. |
Page 12 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 12.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Reading a map is a useful ___.
Answer: skill
2. A ___ breeze moved the curtains.
Answer: slight
3. The river stone felt round and ___.
Answer: smooth
4. The seeds grew well in the dark ___.
Answer: soil
5. Keep a ___ hand while pouring the juice.
Answer: steady
Page 13: words 121–130
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 121 | support | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. υποστήριξη 2. ενισχύω | Strong posts support the wooden bridge. |
| 122 | team | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ομάδα | Our team planned the project together. |
| 123 | tiny | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | μικροσκοπικός | A tiny seed rested in my palm. |
| 124 | tower | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πύργος | The old clock tower stands beside the square. |
| 125 | travel | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | ταξιδεύω | Some birds travel south for the winter. |
| 126 | tremble | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | τρέμω | The windows tremble when the train passes. |
| 127 | village | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | χωριό | A narrow road led to the fishing village. |
| 128 | warn | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | προειδοποιώ | The sign will warn drivers about falling rocks. |
| 129 | weak | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | αδύνατος | The weak branch bent under the snow. |
| 130 | wealthy | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. πλούσιος 2. εύπορος | The wealthy merchant donated books to the school. |
A Warning for the Village
Reading practice for pages 13–15. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Strong winds approach the village. The mayor will warn every family, including the wealthy family on the hill. Neighbors support people with weak roofs by helping them move to the town hall.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What is approaching the village?
Strong winds are approaching the village.
2. Whom will the mayor warn?
The mayor will warn every family.
3. How do neighbors offer support?
They help people move to the town hall.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. A narrow road led to the fishing ___.
Answer: village
2. The sign will ___ drivers about falling rocks.
Answer: warn
3. The ___ branch bent under the snow.
Answer: weak
4. The ___ merchant donated books to the school.
Answer: wealthy
5. Strong posts ___ the wooden bridge.
Answer: support
Page 14: words 131–140
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 131 | whisper | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ψίθυρος 2. μουρμούρισμα 3. ψιθυρίζω | Please whisper while the baby sleeps. |
| 132 | wise | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | σοφός | It was wise to carry water on the hike. |
| 133 | wonder | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αναρωτιέμαι 2. απορώ | I wonder how birds know where to migrate. |
| 134 | worry | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | ανησυχώ | Try not to worry before the test. |
| 135 | yard | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αυλή 2. προαύλιο | The children planted flowers in the school yard. |
| 136 | zigzag | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ζικ ζακ | The lightning made a bright zigzag across the sky. |
| 137 | add | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. προσθέτω 2. αθροίζω | Add six and four to make ten. |
| 138 | fill | verbGrade 2 reading word | γεμίζω | Please fill the pitcher with water. |
| 139 | doll | nounGrade 2 reading word | κούκλα | The child tucked her doll into a blanket. |
| 140 | hid | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. κρύβομαι 2. κρύβω | Leo hid the gift behind the curtain. |
Page 14 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 14.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The child tucked her ___ into a blanket.
Answer: doll
2. Leo ___ the gift behind the curtain.
Answer: hid
3. Please ___ while the baby sleeps.
Answer: whisper
4. It was ___ to carry water on the hike.
Answer: wise
5. I ___ how birds know where to migrate.
Answer: wonder
Page 15: words 141–150
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 141 | drink | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. πίνω 2. απορροφώ | Drink some water after exercise. |
| 142 | wash | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. πλένω 2. πλένομαι | Wash your hands before lunch. |
| 143 | twelve | numberGrade 2 reading word | δώδεκα | There are twelve months in a year. |
| 144 | busy | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | πολυάσχολος | The busy baker prepared fifty rolls. |
| 145 | late | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. αργά 2. αργοπορημένος | The late bus arrived after nine. |
| 146 | tail | nounGrade 2 reading word | ουρά | The fox wrapped its tail around its feet. |
| 147 | stay | verbGrade 2 reading word | μένω | Please stay beside your partner. |
| 148 | bite | verbGrade 2 reading word | δαγκώνω | Do not bite the hard candy. |
| 149 | bee | nounGrade 2 reading word | μέλισσα | A bee landed on the yellow flower. |
| 150 | large | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | μεγάλος | A large package waited by the door. |
Page 15 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 15.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. ___ some water after exercise.
Answer: drink
2. ___ your hands before lunch.
Answer: wash
3. There are ___ months in a year.
Answer: twelve
4. The ___ baker prepared fifty rolls.
Answer: busy
5. The ___ bus arrived after nine.
Answer: late
Page 16: words 151–160
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151 | always | adverbGrade 2 reading word | 1. πάντα 2. πάντοτε | We always buckle our seat belts. |
| 152 | close | verbGrade 2 reading word | κλείνω | Please close the gate behind you. |
| 153 | tried | verbGrade 2 reading word | δοκιμασμένος | Mara tried to solve the puzzle alone. |
| 154 | says | verbGrade 2 reading word | λέω | The note says that practice ends early. |
| 155 | eye | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μάτι 2. οφθαλμός 3. όμμα | A speck of dust irritated my eye. |
| 156 | yesterday | adverbmultisyllable word | 1. χθες 2. χτες | We visited the museum yesterday. |
| 157 | seed | nounGrade 2 reading word | σπόρος | Each seed needs water and warmth. |
| 158 | pie | nounGrade 2 reading word | πίτα | Grandma baked an apple pie. |
| 159 | coat | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. πανωφόρι 2. παλτό | I buttoned my coat before going outside. |
| 160 | hair | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. τρίχες 2. μαλλιά | Her wet hair curled around her face. |
The Day We Tried
Reading practice for pages 16–18. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Yesterday, Asha tried to build a paper bird. “Keep one eye on the folds,” her teacher says. Asha looks close at the model and finishes both wings.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What did Asha build yesterday?
Asha built a paper bird.
2. What advice does the teacher give?
The teacher tells Asha to watch the folds.
3. How does Asha finish the wings?
She looks closely at the model.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Please ___ the gate behind you.
Answer: close
2. Mara ___ to solve the puzzle alone.
Answer: tried
3. The note ___ that practice ends early.
Answer: says
4. A speck of dust irritated my ___.
Answer: eye
5. We visited the museum ___.
Answer: yesterday
Page 17: words 161–170
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161 | tie | verbGrade 2 reading word | δένω | Can you tie your shoelaces? |
| 162 | goat | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. κατσίκα 2. γίδα 3. γίδι | The goat climbed onto a low rock. |
| 163 | train | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. τρένο 2. αμαξαστίχος 3. αμαξοστοιχία | The train crossed the bridge at noon. |
| 164 | teach | verbGrade 2 reading word | διδάσκω | Ms. Park will teach us a new song. |
| 165 | tied | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. δένω 2. ισόπαλος | Dad tied the canoe to the dock. |
| 166 | toad | nounGrade 2 reading word | φρύνος | A brown toad hid beneath the leaves. |
| 167 | stairs | nounGrade 2 reading word | σκάλα | We carried the boxes up the stairs. |
| 168 | mean | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. μέσος 2. σημαίνω 3. εννοώ | What does this new word mean? |
| 169 | throat | nounGrade 2 reading word | λαιμός | Warm tea soothed my sore throat. |
| 170 | year | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. χρόνος 2. έτος | A new year begins in January. |
Page 17 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 17.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Dad ___ the canoe to the dock.
Answer: tied
2. A brown ___ hid beneath the leaves.
Answer: toad
3. We carried the boxes up the ___.
Answer: stairs
4. What does this new word ___?
Answer: mean
5. Warm tea soothed my sore ___.
Answer: throat
Page 18: words 171–180
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 171 | knee | nounGrade 2 reading word | γόνατο | I bent my knee to examine the footprint. |
| 172 | quiet | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. ήρεμος 2. σιγανός 3. σιωπηλός | The library remained quiet during reading time. |
| 173 | toe | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δάχτυλο του ποδιού 2. δάχτυλο ποδιού | I bumped my toe on the chair. |
| 174 | own | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | δικός | I packed my own lunch this morning. |
| 175 | owl | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. κουκουβάγια 2. γλαύκα | An owl called from the pine tree. |
| 176 | show | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. επίδειξη 2. δείχνω 3. παρουσιάζω | Please show me where the trail begins. |
| 177 | cow | nounGrade 2 reading word | αγελάδα | The cow grazed beside the red barn. |
| 178 | bunny | nounGrade 2 reading word | κουνελάκι | The bunny hopped into the garden. |
| 179 | cloud | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. σύννεφο 2. νέφος | One dark cloud covered the sun. |
| 180 | cook | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. μάγειρας 2. μαγείρισσα | We cook the soup over low heat. |
Page 18 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 18.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The ___ grazed beside the red barn.
Answer: cow
2. The ___ hopped into the garden.
Answer: bunny
3. One dark ___ covered the sun.
Answer: cloud
4. We ___ the soup over low heat.
Answer: cook
5. I bent my ___ to examine the footprint.
Answer: knee
Page 19: words 181–190
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 181 | pretty | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. όμορφος 2. χαριτωμένος | The pretty shells shone in the sunlight. |
| 182 | yours | pronounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δικός σου 2. δικιά σου 3. δική σου | The green notebook is yours. |
| 183 | sing | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. τραγουδάω 2. τραγουδώ 3. άδω | We sing together during morning meeting. |
| 184 | body | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. σώμα 2. κορμί | Exercise helps keep your body strong. |
| 185 | light | nounGrade 2 reading word | φως | Morning light filled the room. |
| 186 | happy | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. ευχαριστημένος 2. χαρούμενος 3. ευτυχισμένος | The happy child hugged her grandmother. |
| 187 | bone | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μπαλένα 2. μπανέλα | The doctor showed us a model of a leg bone. |
| 188 | bring | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. φέρνω 2. φέρω | Please bring your library book tomorrow. |
| 189 | carry | verbGrade 2 reading word | κουβαλώ | We carry the groceries into the kitchen. |
| 190 | tight | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | σφιχτός | The lid was too tight to open. |
The Pretty Song
Reading practice for pages 19–21. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
“Is this blue scarf yours?” asks Leo. Mia wraps it tight around the body of her toy bear. The bear looks pretty, so Mia makes it sing a funny song.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What item might be yours?
The blue scarf might be yours.
2. Where does Mia wrap it?
She wraps it around the toy bear's body.
3. What does Mia make the bear do?
Mia makes the bear sing.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The lid was too ___ to open.
Answer: tight
2. The ___ shells shone in the sunlight.
Answer: pretty
3. The green notebook is ___.
Answer: yours
4. We ___ together during morning meeting.
Answer: sing
5. Exercise helps keep your ___ strong.
Answer: body
Page 20: words 191–200
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 191 | penny | nounGrade 2 reading word | σεντ | I found a shiny penny on the sidewalk. |
| 192 | wide | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. ευρύς 2. ευρεία 3. φαρδύς | The wide river moved slowly. |
| 193 | height | nounGrade 2 reading word | ύψος | We measured the height of the sunflower. |
| 194 | ready | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | έτοιμος | The runners were ready at the starting line. |
| 195 | sure | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | ασφαλής | I am sure that I packed my lunch. |
| 196 | giving | verbGrade 2 reading word | απονομή | Dad is giving the thirsty dog fresh water. |
| 197 | high | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | ψηλός | A high fence surrounded the garden. |
| 198 | cry | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. κλάμα 2. κλαίω | The baby may cry when she is hungry. |
| 199 | ice | nounGrade 2 reading word | πάγος | The ice melted in the warm sun. |
| 200 | full | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. πλήρης 2. γεμάτος | The basket was full of clean towels. |
Page 20 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 20.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. I found a shiny ___ on the sidewalk.
Answer: penny
2. The ___ river moved slowly.
Answer: wide
3. We measured the ___ of the sunflower.
Answer: height
4. The runners were ___ at the starting line.
Answer: ready
5. I am ___ that I packed my lunch.
Answer: sure
Page 21: words 201–210
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 201 | table | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. τραπέζι 2. τράπεζα | We placed the map on the table. |
| 202 | blew | verbGrade 2 reading word | φυσώ | A strong wind blew leaves across the road. |
| 203 | face | nounGrade 2 reading word | πρόσωπο | A smile spread across her face. |
| 204 | helpful | adjectivemultisyllable word | χρήσιμος | The helpful guide showed us the correct path. |
| 205 | purple | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. πορφυρός 2. μοβ 3. βιολετής | A purple flower grew beside the gate. |
| 206 | knew | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. ξέρω 2. γνωρίζω | Omar knew the answer to the riddle. |
| 207 | nice | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. ωραίος 2. νόστιμος | It was nice of Jo to share the markers. |
| 208 | thankful | adjectivemultisyllable word | ευγνώμων | We were thankful for the warm shelter. |
| 209 | bottle | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μπουκάλι 2. φιάλη | My water bottle fits inside the backpack. |
| 210 | drew | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. σχεδιάζω 2. ζωγραφίζω | Lina drew a map of the playground. |
Page 21 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 21.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. A smile spread across her ___.
Answer: face
2. The ___ guide showed us the correct path.
Answer: helpful
3. A ___ flower grew beside the gate.
Answer: purple
4. Omar ___ the answer to the riddle.
Answer: knew
5. It was ___ of Jo to share the markers.
Answer: nice
Page 22: words 211–220
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 211 | twice | adverbGrade 2 reading word | δις | I checked my answer twice. |
| 212 | hopeful | adjectivemultisyllable word | ελπιδοφόρος | The hopeful gardener watched for new sprouts. |
| 213 | beautiful | adjectivemultisyllable word | 1. ωραίος 2. όμορφος | A beautiful rainbow appeared after the storm. |
| 214 | little | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. λίγο 2. μικρός 3. λίγος | A little bird perched on the fence. |
| 215 | few | determinerGrade 2 reading word | 1. λίγος 2. μερικοί | Only a few cookies remained on the plate. |
| 216 | city | nounGrade 2 reading word | πόλη | The city has buses, parks, and tall buildings. |
| 217 | land | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. ξηρά 2. γη | The boat finally reached land. |
| 218 | sent | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. στέλνω 2. αποστελλόμενος | I sent a postcard to my cousin. |
| 219 | self | nounGrade 2 reading word | εαυτός | Art helped Lena express her true self. |
| 220 | socks | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. κάλτσα 2. περιπόδιο | My wet socks hung beside the heater. |
A Letter from the City
Reading practice for pages 22–24. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Aunt Jo sent me a letter from the city. She wrote that only a few gardens have enough land for tall trees. The letter ends with a question about each reader’s sense of self.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. Who sent the letter?
Aunt Jo sent the letter.
2. Where does Aunt Jo live?
Aunt Jo lives in the city.
3. What do only a few gardens have?
Only a few gardens have enough land for tall trees.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Only a ___ cookies remained on the plate.
Answer: few
2. The ___ has buses, parks, and tall buildings.
Answer: city
3. The boat finally reached ___.
Answer: land
4. I ___ a postcard to my cousin.
Answer: sent
5. Art helped Lena express her true ___.
Answer: self
Page 23: words 221–230
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 221 | glass | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. ποτήρι 2. γυαλί | Sunlight shone through the colored glass. |
| 222 | thick | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. χοντρός 2. παχύς | The thick book barely fit on the shelf. |
| 223 | half | nounGrade 2 reading word | μισό | I shared half of the orange with Mia. |
| 224 | knock | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. χτύπος 2. χτυπάω | Please knock before entering the room. |
| 225 | west | nounGrade 2 reading word | δύση | Dark clouds gathered in the west. |
| 226 | rest | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. αναπαύομαι 2. ξεκουράζομαι | We rest beneath a tree after the hike. |
| 227 | luck | nounGrade 2 reading word | τύχη | Good luck helped us find the lost ticket. |
| 228 | study | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. μελέτη 2. μελετώ 3. μελετάω | We study spelling words every evening. |
| 229 | felt | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. αισθάνομαι 2. τσόχα 3. κετσές | I felt proud after finishing the race. |
| 230 | funny | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. αστείος 2. διασκεδαστικός | The funny story made everyone laugh. |
Page 23 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 23.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. We ___ spelling words every evening.
Answer: study
2. I ___ proud after finishing the race.
Answer: felt
3. The ___ story made everyone laugh.
Answer: funny
4. Sunlight shone through the colored ___.
Answer: glass
5. The ___ book barely fit on the shelf.
Answer: thick
Page 24: words 231–240
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 231 | salt | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αλάτι 2. άλας | The soup needs only a little salt. |
| 232 | question | nounmultisyllable word | 1. αμφισβητώ 2. ερώτηση 3. ερώτημα | Nia raised her hand to ask a question. |
| 233 | upon | prepositionGrade 2 reading word | με | Upon reaching the top, we stopped to rest. |
| 234 | dry | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. στεγνός 2. ξηρός | Leave the painting flat until it is dry. |
| 235 | barn | nounGrade 2 reading word | αχυρώνας | Hay was stacked inside the red barn. |
| 236 | corn | nounGrade 2 reading word | κάλος | Rows of corn grew behind the farmhouse. |
| 237 | dirt | nounGrade 2 reading word | ακαθαρσία | The puppy tracked dirt across the floor. |
| 238 | card | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. κάρτα 2. τραπουλόχαρτο | I made a birthday card for my friend. |
| 239 | store | nounGrade 2 reading word | αποθήκη | We walked to the store for milk. |
| 240 | person | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. άτομο 2. άνθρωπος | Each person chose one library book. |
Page 24 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 24.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Each ___ chose one library book.
Answer: person
2. The soup needs only a little ___.
Answer: salt
3. Nia raised her hand to ask a ___.
Answer: question
4. ___ reaching the top, we stopped to rest.
Answer: upon
5. Leave the painting flat until it is ___.
Answer: dry
Page 25: words 241–250
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 241 | third | numberGrade 2 reading word | 1. τρίτο 2. τρίτος | Our classroom is on the third floor. |
| 242 | forget | verbGrade 2 reading word | ξεχνώ | Do not forget your umbrella. |
| 243 | number | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αριθμός 2. πλήθος | Write the number seven in the box. |
| 244 | burn | verbGrade 2 reading word | καίω | Dry leaves can burn very quickly. |
| 245 | part | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μέρος 2. τμήμα | This small part belongs inside the clock. |
| 246 | forgot | verbGrade 2 reading word | ξεχνώ | I forgot my hat on the bus. |
| 247 | later | adverbGrade 2 reading word | αργότερα | We can finish the puzzle later. |
| 248 | hurt | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. πληγώνω 2. τραυματίζω 3. λυπώ | My scraped knee began to hurt. |
| 249 | farm | nounGrade 2 reading word | καλλιεργώ | The farm grows apples and keeps sheep. |
| 250 | reader | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αναγνώστης 2. αναγνώστρια | A careful reader looks for clues in the text. |
The Third Number
Reading practice for pages 25–27. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
During the safety drill, Max must remember the third emergency number. He writes it on one part of a card so he will not forget. An adult explains that children should never touch a burn.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. Which emergency number must Max remember?
Max must remember the third number.
2. Why does he write it down?
He writes it down so he will not forget.
3. What should children never touch?
Children should never touch a burn.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Our classroom is on the ___ floor.
Answer: third
2. Do not ___ your umbrella.
Answer: forget
3. Write the ___ seven in the box.
Answer: number
4. Dry leaves can ___ very quickly.
Answer: burn
5. This small ___ belongs inside the clock.
Answer: part
Page 26: words 251–260
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 251 | during | prepositionGrade 2 reading word | κατά τη διάρκεια | We stayed indoors during the storm. |
| 252 | dollar | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δολάριο 2. δολλάριο | The notebook costs one dollar. |
| 253 | floor | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δάπεδο 2. πάτωμα | Please sweep the crumbs from the floor. |
| 254 | fourth | numberGrade 2 reading word | τέταρτος | June finished fourth in the race. |
| 255 | rake | nounGrade 2 reading word | τσουγκράνα | We used a rake to gather the leaves. |
| 256 | ear | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αυτί 2. αφτί | The rabbit turned one ear toward the sound. |
| 257 | seen | verbGrade 2 reading word | βλέπω | We had seen that bird near the pond before. |
| 258 | east | nounGrade 2 reading word | ανατολή | The sky grew pink in the east. |
| 259 | lady | nounGrade 2 reading word | κυρία | The kind lady held the door open. |
| 260 | teeth | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δόντι 2. οδούς | Brush your teeth every morning and night. |
Page 26 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 26.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Please sweep the crumbs from the ___.
Answer: floor
2. June finished ___ in the race.
Answer: fourth
3. We used a ___ to gather the leaves.
Answer: rake
4. The rabbit turned one ___ toward the sound.
Answer: ear
5. We had ___ that bird near the pond before.
Answer: seen
Page 27: words 261–270
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 261 | smile | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. χαμόγελο 2. χαμογέλιο 3. χαμογέλασμα | I smile when my little brother waves. |
| 262 | seat | nounGrade 2 reading word | κάθισμα | Please take a seat beside the window. |
| 263 | early | adverbmultisyllable word | νωρίς | We arrived early for the concert. |
| 264 | heel | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. φτέρνα 2. τακούνι | A pebble rubbed against my heel. |
| 265 | stone | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. πέτρα 2. λίθος | She skipped a flat stone across the pond. |
| 266 | leaf | nounGrade 2 reading word | φύλλο | A red leaf fell from the maple tree. |
| 267 | slowly | adverbmultisyllable word | 1. σιγά 2. αργά | The turtle moved slowly across the path. |
| 268 | free | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | ελεύθερος | The rescued bird was finally free. |
| 269 | page | nounGrade 2 reading word | σελίδα | Turn to page twenty in your workbook. |
| 270 | leave | verbGrade 2 reading word | αφήνω | We leave school at three o'clock. |
Page 27 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 27.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. A red ___ fell from the maple tree.
Answer: leaf
2. The turtle moved ___ across the path.
Answer: slowly
3. The rescued bird was finally ___.
Answer: free
4. Turn to ___ twenty in your workbook.
Answer: page
5. We ___ school at three o'clock.
Answer: leave
Page 28: words 271–280
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 271 | lately | adverbmultisyllable word | εσχάτως | The mornings have been colder lately. |
| 272 | asleep | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. κοιμισμένος 2. αποκοιμισμένος | The puppy was asleep in its basket. |
| 273 | else | adverbGrade 2 reading word | αλλιώς | Who else wants to join the game? |
| 274 | breakfast | nounmultisyllable word | 1. πρωινό 2. πρόγευμα | I ate oatmeal and fruit for breakfast. |
| 275 | sky | nounGrade 2 reading word | ουρανός | Dark clouds covered the sky. |
| 276 | believe | verbGrade 2 reading word | πιστεύω | I believe your explanation makes sense. |
| 277 | pile | nounGrade 2 reading word | σωρός | A pile of books covered the desk. |
| 278 | wall | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. τείχος 2. τοίχος | We hung the calendar on the wall. |
| 279 | nail | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. καρφί 2. νύχι | Dad tapped the nail into the wood. |
| 280 | hall | nounGrade 2 reading word | φοιτητική εστία | Our footsteps echoed in the empty hall. |
A Cat in the Hall
Reading practice for pages 28–30. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Lately, our cat has slept in the hall. She curls up beside the wall under a picture hung on a nail. By bedtime, she is always asleep.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. Where has the cat slept lately?
The cat has slept in the hall.
2. What hangs on a nail?
A picture hangs on a nail.
3. When is the cat asleep?
The cat is asleep by bedtime.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. We hung the calendar on the ___.
Answer: wall
2. Dad tapped the ___ into the wood.
Answer: nail
3. Our footsteps echoed in the empty ___.
Answer: hall
4. The mornings have been colder ___.
Answer: lately
5. The puppy was ___ in its basket.
Answer: asleep
Page 29: words 281–290
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 281 | dinner | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. γεύμα 2. μεσημεριανό 3. δείπνο | We made vegetable soup for dinner. |
| 282 | sail | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. ίστιο 2. πλέω | The family will sail across the bay. |
| 283 | slide | verbGrade 2 reading word | τσουλήθρα | The penguin can slide across the ice. |
| 284 | street | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. οδός 2. δρόμος | Look both ways before crossing the street. |
| 285 | shade | nounGrade 2 reading word | σκιά | We ate lunch in the shade of an oak tree. |
| 286 | draw | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. σχεδιάζω 2. ζωγραφίζω | Draw a circle around the correct answer. |
| 287 | listen | verbGrade 2 reading word | ακούω | Please listen carefully to the instructions. |
| 288 | wheel | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. ρόδα 2. τροχός | One wheel on the wagon needed repair. |
| 289 | stole | verbGrade 2 reading word | πετραχήλι | In the tale, a thief stole the golden key. |
| 290 | crawl | verbGrade 2 reading word | μπουσουλάω | We watched a beetle crawl across the log. |
Page 29 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 29.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. We made vegetable soup for ___.
Answer: dinner
2. The family will ___ across the bay.
Answer: sail
3. The penguin can ___ across the ice.
Answer: slide
4. Look both ways before crossing the ___.
Answer: street
5. We ate lunch in the ___ of an oak tree.
Answer: shade
Page 30: words 291–300
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 291 | until | conjunctionGrade 2 reading word | 1. μέχρι 2. ως 3. ωσότου | Wait here until the bell rings. |
| 292 | cheek | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μάγουλο 2. ζυγωματικά | A raindrop rolled down my cheek. |
| 293 | sentence | nounmultisyllable word | 1. πρόταση 2. φράση | Begin each sentence with a capital letter. |
| 294 | almost | adverbGrade 2 reading word | 1. σχεδόν 2. παραλίγο | The glass was almost full. |
| 295 | month | nounGrade 2 reading word | μήνας | February is the shortest month. |
| 296 | against | prepositionGrade 2 reading word | κοντά | The bicycle leaned against the fence. |
| 297 | rice | nounGrade 2 reading word | ρύζι | We served vegetables over warm rice. |
| 298 | arm | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αρμός 2. χέρι 3. βραχίονας | I raised my arm to ask a question. |
| 299 | dirty | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. βρόμικος 2. ακάθαρτος 3. λερωμένος | Leave the dirty boots by the door. |
| 300 | cent | nounGrade 2 reading word | λεπτό | The old button cost only one cent. |
Page 30 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 30.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Wait here ___ the bell rings.
Answer: until
2. A raindrop rolled down my ___.
Answer: cheek
3. Begin each ___ with a capital letter.
Answer: sentence
4. The glass was ___ full.
Answer: almost
5. February is the shortest ___.
Answer: month
Sources and curriculum references
These references guide selection and calibration. Definitions, sample sentences, readings, questions, and teaching notes are independently written and reviewed.
- Geneva CUSD 304: National Vocabulary Grade 2
- Flocabulary: 2nd Grade Vocabulary Word List
- WikDict downloadable bilingual dictionaries
- Kaikki.org / Wiktextract machine-readable Wiktionary data
- Language-Learning-decks public flashcard datasets
- SBBIC English-to-Khmer Dictionary
- English–Khmer Dictionary Dataset (machine-generated Khmer fallback; human review required)
- PanLex meanings snapshot (direct CC0 gap candidates; human review required)
- Cambridge bilingual dictionaries (individual editorial sense checks)
- Collins English–Hindi Dictionary (individual editorial checks)
- Hindwi and Rekhta dictionaries (individual Hindi/Urdu checks)
- National Institute of Korean Language: Basic Korean Dictionary
- JMdict/EDRDG Japanese dictionary project
- CC-CEDICT Chinese dictionary project
- VDict Vietnamese Dictionary (individual editorial check)
- Google Translate (machine-assisted lesson-reading draft; fluent review required)
- Kuperman et al.: Age-of-acquisition ratings for 30,000 English words
English Vocabulary · Grade 2 Live Review Preview
2nd Grade Vocabulary Words
Second-grade vocabulary connects increasingly fluent reading with science, social studies, mathematics, and richer stories. Learners practise useful everyday and academic words while noticing vowel teams, syllables, word families, and words whose meaning depends on context.
This independently authored 300-word list is calibrated with the supplied district reading vocabulary and Flocabulary references. It does not repeat the Phonics/CVC or Grade 1 levels, and every definition, example, story, and question is newly written for this curriculum.
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Page 1: words 1–10
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | curious | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | περίεργος | The curious child examined the unusual shell. |
| 2 | science | nounGrade 2 content-area word | επιστήμη | Our science class tested which objects would float. |
| 3 | astronomy | nounGrade 2 content-area word | αστρονομία | Astronomy helps us learn about distant planets. |
| 4 | atlas | nounGrade 2 content-area word | 1. άτλας 2. άτλαντας | We used an atlas to locate Brazil. |
| 5 | earth | nounGrade 2 content-area word | γη | Earth travels around the sun. |
| 6 | ocean | nounGrade 2 content-area word | ωκεανός | A blue whale swims through the ocean. |
| 7 | island | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. νήσος 2. νησί | The small island had one sandy beach. |
| 8 | cliff | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. βουνοπλαγιά 2. κλιτύς 3. πρανές | The birds nested safely on the cliff. |
| 9 | planet | nounGrade 2 content-area word | πλανήτης | Mars is the fourth planet from the sun. |
| 10 | telescope | nounGrade 2 content-area word | 1. τηλεσκόπιο 2. κιάλι | We saw the moon through a telescope. |
A Curious Look at Earth
Reading practice for pages 1–3. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Ravi is curious about the night sky. In science, he studies astronomy and finds Earth in a star atlas. He learns that our planet travels around the sun.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What is Ravi curious about?
Ravi is curious about the night sky.
2. What does he study?
He studies astronomy.
3. What does the atlas show?
The atlas shows Earth among the stars.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The ___ child examined the unusual shell.
Answer: curious
2. Our ___ class tested which objects would float.
Answer: science
3. ___ helps us learn about distant planets.
Answer: astronomy
4. We used an ___ to locate Brazil.
Answer: atlas
5. ___ travels around the sun.
Answer: earth
Page 2: words 11–20
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | universe | nounGrade 2 content-area word | σύμπαν | The universe contains countless stars and galaxies. |
| 12 | instrument | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. εργαλείο 2. όργανο | The scientist cleaned each instrument after the experiment. |
| 13 | invent | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | εφευρίσκω | The students hope to invent a quieter alarm. |
| 14 | design | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | σχέδιο | Rina drew a design for the birdhouse. |
| 15 | measure | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. μέτρο 2. μετρώ | Please measure the table with this ruler. |
| 16 | gravity | nounGrade 2 content-area word | 1. σοβαρότητα 2. δριμύτητα | Gravity made the dropped apple fall. |
| 17 | balance | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ισορροπία | The dancer kept her balance on one foot. |
| 18 | connect | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | συνδέω | Use the short wire to connect the batteries. |
| 19 | insect | nounGrade 2 content-area word | έντομο | An ant is a tiny insect. |
| 20 | lizard | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | σαύρα | The green lizard rested on a warm stone. |
Page 2 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 2.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The students hope to ___ a quieter alarm.
Answer: invent
2. Rina drew a ___ for the birdhouse.
Answer: design
3. Please ___ the table with this ruler.
Answer: measure
4. ___ made the dropped apple fall.
Answer: gravity
5. The dancer kept her ___ on one foot.
Answer: balance
Page 3: words 21–30
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21 | calf | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | μοσχάρι | The calf stayed close to its mother. |
| 22 | herd | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. κοπάδι 2. αγέλη | A herd of elephants crossed the grassland. |
| 23 | claw | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | νύχι | The eagle gripped the branch with one claw. |
| 24 | nibble | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. περιτρώγω 2. ροκανίζω 3. τσιμπολογώ | The rabbit began to nibble a carrot. |
| 25 | shelter | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. καταφύγιο 2. άσυλο 3. στέγη | The fox found shelter beneath a fallen tree. |
| 26 | collect | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | συγκεντρώνω | We collect smooth stones beside the river. |
| 27 | notice | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. διακρίνω 2. παρατηρώ 3. προσέχω | Did you notice the tiny paw print? |
| 28 | discover | verbmultisyllable word | ανακαλύπτω | During each trip, the hikers discover something new. |
| 29 | explain | verbGrade 2 reading word | εξηγώ | Can you explain how the model works? |
| 30 | present | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | παρουσιάζω | Our group will present the project on Friday. |
Page 3 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 3.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. We ___ smooth stones beside the river.
Answer: collect
2. Did you ___ the tiny paw print?
Answer: notice
3. During each trip, the hikers ___ something new.
Answer: discover
4. Can you ___ how the model works?
Answer: explain
5. Our group will ___ the project on Friday.
Answer: present
Page 4: words 31–40
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 | accident | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ατύχημα | The spilled paint was an accident. |
| 32 | agree | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | συμφωνώ | We agree that the blue poster is clearest. |
| 33 | arrive | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | φτάνω | The school bus will arrive at eight. |
| 34 | attention | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | προσοχή | Please give the speaker your full attention. |
| 35 | award | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. έπαθλο 2. βραβείο | Nora received an award for her poem. |
| 36 | aware | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | γνωρίζω | We were aware of the dark clouds nearby. |
| 37 | banner | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πανό | The class hung a welcome banner above the door. |
| 38 | bare | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | γυμνός | His bare feet left prints in the sand. |
| 39 | base | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | βάση | The lamp has a wide, heavy base. |
| 40 | beach | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αμμουδιά 2. παραλία 3. ακρογιαλιά | We built a sandcastle on the beach. |
A Bare Foot at the Beach
Reading practice for pages 4–6. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Nora and Ben agree to wear sandals at the beach. Ben takes one off and steps with a bare foot near the base of a rock. By accident, he touches a sharp shell, so he puts the sandal back on.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What do Nora and Ben agree to wear?
They agree to wear sandals.
2. Where does Ben step?
He steps near the base of a rock.
3. What happens by accident?
Ben touches a sharp shell.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. His ___ feet left prints in the sand.
Answer: bare
2. The lamp has a wide, heavy ___.
Answer: base
3. We built a sandcastle on the ___.
Answer: beach
4. The spilled paint was an ___.
Answer: accident
5. We ___ that the blue poster is clearest.
Answer: agree
Page 5: words 41–50
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 41 | besides | prepositionGrade 2 high-utility word | εκτός | Besides art, Mei enjoys music and dance. |
| 42 | board | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. σανίδα 2. πίνακας | Dad placed the board across two boxes. |
| 43 | bounce | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | αναπηδώ | The rubber ball can bounce very high. |
| 44 | brain | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. εγκέφαλος 2. μυαλά | Your brain helps you remember new information. |
| 45 | brave | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. γενναίος 2. θαρραλέος | The brave firefighter entered the smoky room. |
| 46 | bright | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. λαμπερός 2. λαμπρός 3. φωτεινός | A bright star appeared above the trees. |
| 47 | cage | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | κλουβί | The rescued bird rested inside an open cage. |
| 48 | calm | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | ήρεμος | The lake looked calm before sunrise. |
| 49 | career | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | καριέρα | Mina hopes for a career as a veterinarian. |
| 50 | center | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | κέντρο | Draw a small circle in the center of the page. |
Page 5 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 5.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. ___ art, Mei enjoys music and dance.
Answer: besides
2. Dad placed the ___ across two boxes.
Answer: board
3. The rubber ball can ___ very high.
Answer: bounce
4. Your ___ helps you remember new information.
Answer: brain
5. The ___ firefighter entered the smoky room.
Answer: brave
Page 6: words 51–60
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 51 | cheer | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. επευφημώ 2. ζητωκραυγάζω | Families cheer when the runners reach the finish. |
| 52 | chew | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | μασάω | Chew each bite slowly before swallowing. |
| 53 | clear | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αποσαφηνίζω 2. ξεκαθαρίζω 3. διαυγής | The teacher gave clear directions for the game. |
| 54 | club | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | σπαθί | I joined the school gardening club. |
| 55 | core | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πυρήνας | Only the apple core remained after lunch. |
| 56 | corner | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. γωνιά 2. γωνία | A small table stood in the corner. |
| 57 | couple | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ζεύγος 2. ζευγάρι | A couple of ducks crossed the path. |
| 58 | crowd | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. πλήθος 2. πολυκοσμία | A crowd waited outside the theater. |
| 59 | damp | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. νοτερός 2. αποθαρρυμένος | The towel was still damp after an hour. |
| 60 | dangerous | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | επικίνδυνος | It is dangerous to walk on thin ice. |
Page 6 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 6.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Families ___ when the runners reach the finish.
Answer: cheer
2. ___ each bite slowly before swallowing.
Answer: chew
3. The teacher gave ___ directions for the game.
Answer: clear
4. I joined the school gardening ___.
Answer: club
5. Only the apple ___ remained after lunch.
Answer: core
Page 7: words 61–70
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61 | dash | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. εξόρμηση 2. έφοδος | We dash inside when the rain begins. |
| 62 | dawn | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ξημερώνω 2. χαράζω 3. αυγή | Birds began singing at dawn. |
| 63 | deep | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | βαθύς | The deep pool has a marked shallow end. |
| 64 | demolish | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. γκρεμίζω 2. κατεδαφίζω | Workers will demolish the unsafe shed. |
| 65 | discard | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. απορρίπτω 2. παραμερίζω 3. ανατινάζω | Please discard the empty wrapper in the bin. |
| 66 | dive | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. βουτιά 2. κατάδυση | The penguins dive beneath the cold water. |
| 67 | dome | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. τρούλος 2. θόλος | The museum has a silver dome. |
| 68 | doubt | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | αμφιβάλλω | I doubt that this heavy box is empty. |
| 69 | dozen | numberGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ντουζίνα 2. δωδεκάδα | A dozen eggs filled the carton. |
| 70 | enemy | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | εχθρός | The story's hero tried to understand his enemy. |
Cleaning the Pond
Reading practice for pages 7–9. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
A plastic dome floats in the pond. Maya does not doubt that it could hurt a duck that tries to dive. She removes it, but she will not demolish it or discard it; she cleans it for an art project.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What floats in the pond?
A plastic dome floats in the pond.
2. Why does Maya remove it?
She thinks it could hurt a diving duck.
3. What will she do with it?
She will clean it for an art project.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Workers will ___ the unsafe shed.
Answer: demolish
2. Please ___ the empty wrapper in the bin.
Answer: discard
3. The penguins ___ beneath the cold water.
Answer: dive
4. The museum has a silver ___.
Answer: dome
5. I ___ that this heavy box is empty.
Answer: doubt
Page 8: words 71–80
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | evening | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. βράδυ 2. εσπέρα 3. δειλινό | We watched fireflies in the evening. |
| 72 | exactly | adverbGrade 2 high-utility word | ακριβώς | The two ribbons are exactly the same length. |
| 73 | excess | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | υπερβολή | We poured off the excess water. |
| 74 | factory | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | εργοστάσιο | The factory makes bicycles and helmets. |
| 75 | fair | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ξανθός 2. ανοιχτός | Taking turns is a fair solution. |
| 76 | famous | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. διάσημος 2. περίφημος | The city is famous for its ancient bridge. |
| 77 | feast | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. γιορτή 2. πανηγύρι 3. ευωχία | The family prepared a feast for the holiday. |
| 78 | field | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αγρός 2. χωράφι | Wildflowers covered the sunny field. |
| 79 | finally | adverbGrade 2 high-utility word | τελικά | The missing kitten finally came home. |
| 80 | flap | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | τινάζω | The bird began to flap its wings. |
Page 8 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 8.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The city is ___ for its ancient bridge.
Answer: famous
2. The family prepared a ___ for the holiday.
Answer: feast
3. Wildflowers covered the sunny ___.
Answer: field
4. The missing kitten ___ came home.
Answer: finally
5. The bird began to ___ its wings.
Answer: flap
Page 9: words 81–90
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | float | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | φελλός | A dry leaf can float on water. |
| 82 | flood | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πλημμύρα | The flood closed the road near the river. |
| 83 | fold | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. διπλώνω 2. πτύσσω 3. ανοίγω | Fold the paper in half carefully. |
| 84 | frighten | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | τρομάζω | Sudden thunder can frighten a young puppy. |
| 85 | fuel | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | καύσιμο | The bus needs fuel before the long trip. |
| 86 | gap | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | κενό | The rabbit slipped through a gap in the fence. |
| 87 | gaze | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | βλέμμα | We gaze at the stars from the porch. |
| 88 | greedy | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | άπληστος | The greedy pirate kept every coin. |
| 89 | harm | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | βλάβη | The helmet protects your head from harm. |
| 90 | idea | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ιδέα | Tariq shared an idea for saving water. |
Page 9 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 9.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The helmet protects your head from ___.
Answer: harm
2. Tariq shared an ___ for saving water.
Answer: idea
3. A dry leaf can ___ on water.
Answer: float
4. The ___ closed the road near the river.
Answer: flood
5. ___ the paper in half carefully.
Answer: fold
Page 10: words 91–100
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | leader | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αρχηγός 2. ηγέτης | Our team leader listened to everyone's suggestions. |
| 92 | leap | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. πάλλομαι 2. αναπηδώ 3. ξεπετάγομαι | The frog can leap across the narrow stream. |
| 93 | local | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ντόπιος 2. τοπικός | We bought honey from a local farm. |
| 94 | lonely | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | έρημος | The lonely child invited a classmate to play. |
| 95 | luxury | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πολυτέλεια | A warm bath felt like a luxury after camping. |
| 96 | march | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | εμβατήριο | The band will march through the town. |
| 97 | mention | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αναφορά 2. μνεία 3. μνημόνευση | Please mention the book's title in your report. |
| 98 | motor | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. κινητικός 2. κινητήρας 3. μηχανή | A small motor turns the fan blades. |
| 99 | nervous | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | νευρικός | I felt nervous before speaking to the class. |
| 100 | pale | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. χλωμός 2. ωχρός | The pale yellow moon rose slowly. |
The Lonely Calf
Reading practice for pages 10–12. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
A local farmer sees a lonely calf beside the fence. The herd’s leader gives a small leap and returns to it. The warm barn is not a luxury; it is a safe place for all the animals.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. Who sees the calf?
A local farmer sees the calf.
2. Why is the calf lonely?
The calf is away from the herd.
3. What is the barn for?
The barn is a safe place for the animals.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Our team ___ listened to everyone's suggestions.
Answer: leader
2. The frog can ___ across the narrow stream.
Answer: leap
3. We bought honey from a ___ farm.
Answer: local
4. The ___ child invited a classmate to play.
Answer: lonely
5. A warm bath felt like a ___ after camping.
Answer: luxury
Page 11: words 101–110
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101 | parade | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | παρέλαση | A marching band led the parade. |
| 102 | past | prepositionGrade 2 high-utility word | πέρα | Walk past the library and turn left. |
| 103 | peak | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | κορυφή | Snow covered the mountain peak. |
| 104 | proof | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | απόδειξη | The muddy tracks were proof that an animal visited. |
| 105 | reflect | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | ανακλώ | Still water can reflect the clouds. |
| 106 | rumor | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | φήμη | The rumor stopped after we checked the facts. |
| 107 | safe | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ασφαλής 2. ακίνδυνος | Keep the medicine in a safe place. |
| 108 | scholar | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | λόγιος | The young scholar read books about ancient Egypt. |
| 109 | seal | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | φώκια | A gray seal rested on the rocks. |
| 110 | search | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αναζητώ 2. ερευνώ | We search the garden for the missing key. |
Page 11 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 11.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Walk ___ the library and turn left.
Answer: past
2. Snow covered the mountain ___.
Answer: peak
3. The muddy tracks were ___ that an animal visited.
Answer: proof
4. Still water can ___ the clouds.
Answer: reflect
5. The ___ stopped after we checked the facts.
Answer: rumor
Page 12: words 111–120
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 111 | settle | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | πληρώνω | The dust will settle after the truck passes. |
| 112 | shiver | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ριγώ 2. τουρτουρίζω | Without a coat, I began to shiver. |
| 113 | shy | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ντροπαλός 2. φοβητσιάρης | The shy student smiled but did not speak. |
| 114 | skill | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. επιδεξιότητα 2. ικανότητα 3. δεξιοτεχνία | Reading a map is a useful skill. |
| 115 | slight | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | ελαφρύς | A slight breeze moved the curtains. |
| 116 | smooth | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | γλυκόπιοτος | The river stone felt round and smooth. |
| 117 | soil | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | έδαφος | The seeds grew well in the dark soil. |
| 118 | steady | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | σταθερός | Keep a steady hand while pouring the juice. |
| 119 | strand | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | παραλία | A strand of yarn hung from the scarf. |
| 120 | stream | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ρυάκι | We crossed the shallow stream on stones. |
Page 12 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 12.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Reading a map is a useful ___.
Answer: skill
2. A ___ breeze moved the curtains.
Answer: slight
3. The river stone felt round and ___.
Answer: smooth
4. The seeds grew well in the dark ___.
Answer: soil
5. Keep a ___ hand while pouring the juice.
Answer: steady
Page 13: words 121–130
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 121 | support | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. υποστήριξη 2. ενισχύω | Strong posts support the wooden bridge. |
| 122 | team | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ομάδα | Our team planned the project together. |
| 123 | tiny | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | μικροσκοπικός | A tiny seed rested in my palm. |
| 124 | tower | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | πύργος | The old clock tower stands beside the square. |
| 125 | travel | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | ταξιδεύω | Some birds travel south for the winter. |
| 126 | tremble | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | τρέμω | The windows tremble when the train passes. |
| 127 | village | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | χωριό | A narrow road led to the fishing village. |
| 128 | warn | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | προειδοποιώ | The sign will warn drivers about falling rocks. |
| 129 | weak | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | αδύνατος | The weak branch bent under the snow. |
| 130 | wealthy | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. πλούσιος 2. εύπορος | The wealthy merchant donated books to the school. |
A Warning for the Village
Reading practice for pages 13–15. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Strong winds approach the village. The mayor will warn every family, including the wealthy family on the hill. Neighbors support people with weak roofs by helping them move to the town hall.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What is approaching the village?
Strong winds are approaching the village.
2. Whom will the mayor warn?
The mayor will warn every family.
3. How do neighbors offer support?
They help people move to the town hall.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. A narrow road led to the fishing ___.
Answer: village
2. The sign will ___ drivers about falling rocks.
Answer: warn
3. The ___ branch bent under the snow.
Answer: weak
4. The ___ merchant donated books to the school.
Answer: wealthy
5. Strong posts ___ the wooden bridge.
Answer: support
Page 14: words 131–140
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 131 | whisper | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. ψίθυρος 2. μουρμούρισμα 3. ψιθυρίζω | Please whisper while the baby sleeps. |
| 132 | wise | adjectiveGrade 2 high-utility word | σοφός | It was wise to carry water on the hike. |
| 133 | wonder | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αναρωτιέμαι 2. απορώ | I wonder how birds know where to migrate. |
| 134 | worry | verbGrade 2 high-utility word | ανησυχώ | Try not to worry before the test. |
| 135 | yard | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | 1. αυλή 2. προαύλιο | The children planted flowers in the school yard. |
| 136 | zigzag | nounGrade 2 high-utility word | ζικ ζακ | The lightning made a bright zigzag across the sky. |
| 137 | add | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. προσθέτω 2. αθροίζω | Add six and four to make ten. |
| 138 | fill | verbGrade 2 reading word | γεμίζω | Please fill the pitcher with water. |
| 139 | doll | nounGrade 2 reading word | κούκλα | The child tucked her doll into a blanket. |
| 140 | hid | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. κρύβομαι 2. κρύβω | Leo hid the gift behind the curtain. |
Page 14 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 14.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The child tucked her ___ into a blanket.
Answer: doll
2. Leo ___ the gift behind the curtain.
Answer: hid
3. Please ___ while the baby sleeps.
Answer: whisper
4. It was ___ to carry water on the hike.
Answer: wise
5. I ___ how birds know where to migrate.
Answer: wonder
Page 15: words 141–150
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 141 | drink | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. πίνω 2. απορροφώ | Drink some water after exercise. |
| 142 | wash | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. πλένω 2. πλένομαι | Wash your hands before lunch. |
| 143 | twelve | numberGrade 2 reading word | δώδεκα | There are twelve months in a year. |
| 144 | busy | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | πολυάσχολος | The busy baker prepared fifty rolls. |
| 145 | late | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. αργά 2. αργοπορημένος | The late bus arrived after nine. |
| 146 | tail | nounGrade 2 reading word | ουρά | The fox wrapped its tail around its feet. |
| 147 | stay | verbGrade 2 reading word | μένω | Please stay beside your partner. |
| 148 | bite | verbGrade 2 reading word | δαγκώνω | Do not bite the hard candy. |
| 149 | bee | nounGrade 2 reading word | μέλισσα | A bee landed on the yellow flower. |
| 150 | large | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | μεγάλος | A large package waited by the door. |
Page 15 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 15.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. ___ some water after exercise.
Answer: drink
2. ___ your hands before lunch.
Answer: wash
3. There are ___ months in a year.
Answer: twelve
4. The ___ baker prepared fifty rolls.
Answer: busy
5. The ___ bus arrived after nine.
Answer: late
Page 16: words 151–160
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 151 | always | adverbGrade 2 reading word | 1. πάντα 2. πάντοτε | We always buckle our seat belts. |
| 152 | close | verbGrade 2 reading word | κλείνω | Please close the gate behind you. |
| 153 | tried | verbGrade 2 reading word | δοκιμασμένος | Mara tried to solve the puzzle alone. |
| 154 | says | verbGrade 2 reading word | λέω | The note says that practice ends early. |
| 155 | eye | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μάτι 2. οφθαλμός 3. όμμα | A speck of dust irritated my eye. |
| 156 | yesterday | adverbmultisyllable word | 1. χθες 2. χτες | We visited the museum yesterday. |
| 157 | seed | nounGrade 2 reading word | σπόρος | Each seed needs water and warmth. |
| 158 | pie | nounGrade 2 reading word | πίτα | Grandma baked an apple pie. |
| 159 | coat | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. πανωφόρι 2. παλτό | I buttoned my coat before going outside. |
| 160 | hair | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. τρίχες 2. μαλλιά | Her wet hair curled around her face. |
The Day We Tried
Reading practice for pages 16–18. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Yesterday, Asha tried to build a paper bird. “Keep one eye on the folds,” her teacher says. Asha looks close at the model and finishes both wings.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What did Asha build yesterday?
Asha built a paper bird.
2. What advice does the teacher give?
The teacher tells Asha to watch the folds.
3. How does Asha finish the wings?
She looks closely at the model.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Please ___ the gate behind you.
Answer: close
2. Mara ___ to solve the puzzle alone.
Answer: tried
3. The note ___ that practice ends early.
Answer: says
4. A speck of dust irritated my ___.
Answer: eye
5. We visited the museum ___.
Answer: yesterday
Page 17: words 161–170
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 161 | tie | verbGrade 2 reading word | δένω | Can you tie your shoelaces? |
| 162 | goat | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. κατσίκα 2. γίδα 3. γίδι | The goat climbed onto a low rock. |
| 163 | train | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. τρένο 2. αμαξαστίχος 3. αμαξοστοιχία | The train crossed the bridge at noon. |
| 164 | teach | verbGrade 2 reading word | διδάσκω | Ms. Park will teach us a new song. |
| 165 | tied | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. δένω 2. ισόπαλος | Dad tied the canoe to the dock. |
| 166 | toad | nounGrade 2 reading word | φρύνος | A brown toad hid beneath the leaves. |
| 167 | stairs | nounGrade 2 reading word | σκάλα | We carried the boxes up the stairs. |
| 168 | mean | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. μέσος 2. σημαίνω 3. εννοώ | What does this new word mean? |
| 169 | throat | nounGrade 2 reading word | λαιμός | Warm tea soothed my sore throat. |
| 170 | year | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. χρόνος 2. έτος | A new year begins in January. |
Page 17 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 17.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Dad ___ the canoe to the dock.
Answer: tied
2. A brown ___ hid beneath the leaves.
Answer: toad
3. We carried the boxes up the ___.
Answer: stairs
4. What does this new word ___?
Answer: mean
5. Warm tea soothed my sore ___.
Answer: throat
Page 18: words 171–180
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 171 | knee | nounGrade 2 reading word | γόνατο | I bent my knee to examine the footprint. |
| 172 | quiet | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. ήρεμος 2. σιγανός 3. σιωπηλός | The library remained quiet during reading time. |
| 173 | toe | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δάχτυλο του ποδιού 2. δάχτυλο ποδιού | I bumped my toe on the chair. |
| 174 | own | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | δικός | I packed my own lunch this morning. |
| 175 | owl | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. κουκουβάγια 2. γλαύκα | An owl called from the pine tree. |
| 176 | show | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. επίδειξη 2. δείχνω 3. παρουσιάζω | Please show me where the trail begins. |
| 177 | cow | nounGrade 2 reading word | αγελάδα | The cow grazed beside the red barn. |
| 178 | bunny | nounGrade 2 reading word | κουνελάκι | The bunny hopped into the garden. |
| 179 | cloud | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. σύννεφο 2. νέφος | One dark cloud covered the sun. |
| 180 | cook | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. μάγειρας 2. μαγείρισσα | We cook the soup over low heat. |
Page 18 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 18.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The ___ grazed beside the red barn.
Answer: cow
2. The ___ hopped into the garden.
Answer: bunny
3. One dark ___ covered the sun.
Answer: cloud
4. We ___ the soup over low heat.
Answer: cook
5. I bent my ___ to examine the footprint.
Answer: knee
Page 19: words 181–190
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 181 | pretty | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. όμορφος 2. χαριτωμένος | The pretty shells shone in the sunlight. |
| 182 | yours | pronounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δικός σου 2. δικιά σου 3. δική σου | The green notebook is yours. |
| 183 | sing | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. τραγουδάω 2. τραγουδώ 3. άδω | We sing together during morning meeting. |
| 184 | body | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. σώμα 2. κορμί | Exercise helps keep your body strong. |
| 185 | light | nounGrade 2 reading word | φως | Morning light filled the room. |
| 186 | happy | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. ευχαριστημένος 2. χαρούμενος 3. ευτυχισμένος | The happy child hugged her grandmother. |
| 187 | bone | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μπαλένα 2. μπανέλα | The doctor showed us a model of a leg bone. |
| 188 | bring | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. φέρνω 2. φέρω | Please bring your library book tomorrow. |
| 189 | carry | verbGrade 2 reading word | κουβαλώ | We carry the groceries into the kitchen. |
| 190 | tight | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | σφιχτός | The lid was too tight to open. |
The Pretty Song
Reading practice for pages 19–21. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
“Is this blue scarf yours?” asks Leo. Mia wraps it tight around the body of her toy bear. The bear looks pretty, so Mia makes it sing a funny song.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. What item might be yours?
The blue scarf might be yours.
2. Where does Mia wrap it?
She wraps it around the toy bear's body.
3. What does Mia make the bear do?
Mia makes the bear sing.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. The lid was too ___ to open.
Answer: tight
2. The ___ shells shone in the sunlight.
Answer: pretty
3. The green notebook is ___.
Answer: yours
4. We ___ together during morning meeting.
Answer: sing
5. Exercise helps keep your ___ strong.
Answer: body
Page 20: words 191–200
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 191 | penny | nounGrade 2 reading word | σεντ | I found a shiny penny on the sidewalk. |
| 192 | wide | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. ευρύς 2. ευρεία 3. φαρδύς | The wide river moved slowly. |
| 193 | height | nounGrade 2 reading word | ύψος | We measured the height of the sunflower. |
| 194 | ready | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | έτοιμος | The runners were ready at the starting line. |
| 195 | sure | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | ασφαλής | I am sure that I packed my lunch. |
| 196 | giving | verbGrade 2 reading word | απονομή | Dad is giving the thirsty dog fresh water. |
| 197 | high | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | ψηλός | A high fence surrounded the garden. |
| 198 | cry | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. κλάμα 2. κλαίω | The baby may cry when she is hungry. |
| 199 | ice | nounGrade 2 reading word | πάγος | The ice melted in the warm sun. |
| 200 | full | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. πλήρης 2. γεμάτος | The basket was full of clean towels. |
Page 20 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 20.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. I found a shiny ___ on the sidewalk.
Answer: penny
2. The ___ river moved slowly.
Answer: wide
3. We measured the ___ of the sunflower.
Answer: height
4. The runners were ___ at the starting line.
Answer: ready
5. I am ___ that I packed my lunch.
Answer: sure
Page 21: words 201–210
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 201 | table | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. τραπέζι 2. τράπεζα | We placed the map on the table. |
| 202 | blew | verbGrade 2 reading word | φυσώ | A strong wind blew leaves across the road. |
| 203 | face | nounGrade 2 reading word | πρόσωπο | A smile spread across her face. |
| 204 | helpful | adjectivemultisyllable word | χρήσιμος | The helpful guide showed us the correct path. |
| 205 | purple | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. πορφυρός 2. μοβ 3. βιολετής | A purple flower grew beside the gate. |
| 206 | knew | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. ξέρω 2. γνωρίζω | Omar knew the answer to the riddle. |
| 207 | nice | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. ωραίος 2. νόστιμος | It was nice of Jo to share the markers. |
| 208 | thankful | adjectivemultisyllable word | ευγνώμων | We were thankful for the warm shelter. |
| 209 | bottle | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μπουκάλι 2. φιάλη | My water bottle fits inside the backpack. |
| 210 | drew | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. σχεδιάζω 2. ζωγραφίζω | Lina drew a map of the playground. |
Page 21 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 21.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. A smile spread across her ___.
Answer: face
2. The ___ guide showed us the correct path.
Answer: helpful
3. A ___ flower grew beside the gate.
Answer: purple
4. Omar ___ the answer to the riddle.
Answer: knew
5. It was ___ of Jo to share the markers.
Answer: nice
Page 22: words 211–220
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 211 | twice | adverbGrade 2 reading word | δις | I checked my answer twice. |
| 212 | hopeful | adjectivemultisyllable word | ελπιδοφόρος | The hopeful gardener watched for new sprouts. |
| 213 | beautiful | adjectivemultisyllable word | 1. ωραίος 2. όμορφος | A beautiful rainbow appeared after the storm. |
| 214 | little | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. λίγο 2. μικρός 3. λίγος | A little bird perched on the fence. |
| 215 | few | determinerGrade 2 reading word | 1. λίγος 2. μερικοί | Only a few cookies remained on the plate. |
| 216 | city | nounGrade 2 reading word | πόλη | The city has buses, parks, and tall buildings. |
| 217 | land | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. ξηρά 2. γη | The boat finally reached land. |
| 218 | sent | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. στέλνω 2. αποστελλόμενος | I sent a postcard to my cousin. |
| 219 | self | nounGrade 2 reading word | εαυτός | Art helped Lena express her true self. |
| 220 | socks | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. κάλτσα 2. περιπόδιο | My wet socks hung beside the heater. |
A Letter from the City
Reading practice for pages 22–24. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Aunt Jo sent me a letter from the city. She wrote that only a few gardens have enough land for tall trees. The letter ends with a question about each reader’s sense of self.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. Who sent the letter?
Aunt Jo sent the letter.
2. Where does Aunt Jo live?
Aunt Jo lives in the city.
3. What do only a few gardens have?
Only a few gardens have enough land for tall trees.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Only a ___ cookies remained on the plate.
Answer: few
2. The ___ has buses, parks, and tall buildings.
Answer: city
3. The boat finally reached ___.
Answer: land
4. I ___ a postcard to my cousin.
Answer: sent
5. Art helped Lena express her true ___.
Answer: self
Page 23: words 221–230
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 221 | glass | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. ποτήρι 2. γυαλί | Sunlight shone through the colored glass. |
| 222 | thick | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. χοντρός 2. παχύς | The thick book barely fit on the shelf. |
| 223 | half | nounGrade 2 reading word | μισό | I shared half of the orange with Mia. |
| 224 | knock | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. χτύπος 2. χτυπάω | Please knock before entering the room. |
| 225 | west | nounGrade 2 reading word | δύση | Dark clouds gathered in the west. |
| 226 | rest | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. αναπαύομαι 2. ξεκουράζομαι | We rest beneath a tree after the hike. |
| 227 | luck | nounGrade 2 reading word | τύχη | Good luck helped us find the lost ticket. |
| 228 | study | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. μελέτη 2. μελετώ 3. μελετάω | We study spelling words every evening. |
| 229 | felt | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. αισθάνομαι 2. τσόχα 3. κετσές | I felt proud after finishing the race. |
| 230 | funny | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. αστείος 2. διασκεδαστικός | The funny story made everyone laugh. |
Page 23 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 23.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. We ___ spelling words every evening.
Answer: study
2. I ___ proud after finishing the race.
Answer: felt
3. The ___ story made everyone laugh.
Answer: funny
4. Sunlight shone through the colored ___.
Answer: glass
5. The ___ book barely fit on the shelf.
Answer: thick
Page 24: words 231–240
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 231 | salt | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αλάτι 2. άλας | The soup needs only a little salt. |
| 232 | question | nounmultisyllable word | 1. αμφισβητώ 2. ερώτηση 3. ερώτημα | Nia raised her hand to ask a question. |
| 233 | upon | prepositionGrade 2 reading word | με | Upon reaching the top, we stopped to rest. |
| 234 | dry | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. στεγνός 2. ξηρός | Leave the painting flat until it is dry. |
| 235 | barn | nounGrade 2 reading word | αχυρώνας | Hay was stacked inside the red barn. |
| 236 | corn | nounGrade 2 reading word | κάλος | Rows of corn grew behind the farmhouse. |
| 237 | dirt | nounGrade 2 reading word | ακαθαρσία | The puppy tracked dirt across the floor. |
| 238 | card | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. κάρτα 2. τραπουλόχαρτο | I made a birthday card for my friend. |
| 239 | store | nounGrade 2 reading word | αποθήκη | We walked to the store for milk. |
| 240 | person | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. άτομο 2. άνθρωπος | Each person chose one library book. |
Page 24 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 24.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Each ___ chose one library book.
Answer: person
2. The soup needs only a little ___.
Answer: salt
3. Nia raised her hand to ask a ___.
Answer: question
4. ___ reaching the top, we stopped to rest.
Answer: upon
5. Leave the painting flat until it is ___.
Answer: dry
Page 25: words 241–250
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 241 | third | numberGrade 2 reading word | 1. τρίτο 2. τρίτος | Our classroom is on the third floor. |
| 242 | forget | verbGrade 2 reading word | ξεχνώ | Do not forget your umbrella. |
| 243 | number | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αριθμός 2. πλήθος | Write the number seven in the box. |
| 244 | burn | verbGrade 2 reading word | καίω | Dry leaves can burn very quickly. |
| 245 | part | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μέρος 2. τμήμα | This small part belongs inside the clock. |
| 246 | forgot | verbGrade 2 reading word | ξεχνώ | I forgot my hat on the bus. |
| 247 | later | adverbGrade 2 reading word | αργότερα | We can finish the puzzle later. |
| 248 | hurt | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. πληγώνω 2. τραυματίζω 3. λυπώ | My scraped knee began to hurt. |
| 249 | farm | nounGrade 2 reading word | καλλιεργώ | The farm grows apples and keeps sheep. |
| 250 | reader | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αναγνώστης 2. αναγνώστρια | A careful reader looks for clues in the text. |
The Third Number
Reading practice for pages 25–27. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
During the safety drill, Max must remember the third emergency number. He writes it on one part of a card so he will not forget. An adult explains that children should never touch a burn.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. Which emergency number must Max remember?
Max must remember the third number.
2. Why does he write it down?
He writes it down so he will not forget.
3. What should children never touch?
Children should never touch a burn.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Our classroom is on the ___ floor.
Answer: third
2. Do not ___ your umbrella.
Answer: forget
3. Write the ___ seven in the box.
Answer: number
4. Dry leaves can ___ very quickly.
Answer: burn
5. This small ___ belongs inside the clock.
Answer: part
Page 26: words 251–260
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 251 | during | prepositionGrade 2 reading word | κατά τη διάρκεια | We stayed indoors during the storm. |
| 252 | dollar | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δολάριο 2. δολλάριο | The notebook costs one dollar. |
| 253 | floor | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δάπεδο 2. πάτωμα | Please sweep the crumbs from the floor. |
| 254 | fourth | numberGrade 2 reading word | τέταρτος | June finished fourth in the race. |
| 255 | rake | nounGrade 2 reading word | τσουγκράνα | We used a rake to gather the leaves. |
| 256 | ear | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αυτί 2. αφτί | The rabbit turned one ear toward the sound. |
| 257 | seen | verbGrade 2 reading word | βλέπω | We had seen that bird near the pond before. |
| 258 | east | nounGrade 2 reading word | ανατολή | The sky grew pink in the east. |
| 259 | lady | nounGrade 2 reading word | κυρία | The kind lady held the door open. |
| 260 | teeth | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. δόντι 2. οδούς | Brush your teeth every morning and night. |
Page 26 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 26.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Please sweep the crumbs from the ___.
Answer: floor
2. June finished ___ in the race.
Answer: fourth
3. We used a ___ to gather the leaves.
Answer: rake
4. The rabbit turned one ___ toward the sound.
Answer: ear
5. We had ___ that bird near the pond before.
Answer: seen
Page 27: words 261–270
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 261 | smile | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. χαμόγελο 2. χαμογέλιο 3. χαμογέλασμα | I smile when my little brother waves. |
| 262 | seat | nounGrade 2 reading word | κάθισμα | Please take a seat beside the window. |
| 263 | early | adverbmultisyllable word | νωρίς | We arrived early for the concert. |
| 264 | heel | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. φτέρνα 2. τακούνι | A pebble rubbed against my heel. |
| 265 | stone | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. πέτρα 2. λίθος | She skipped a flat stone across the pond. |
| 266 | leaf | nounGrade 2 reading word | φύλλο | A red leaf fell from the maple tree. |
| 267 | slowly | adverbmultisyllable word | 1. σιγά 2. αργά | The turtle moved slowly across the path. |
| 268 | free | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | ελεύθερος | The rescued bird was finally free. |
| 269 | page | nounGrade 2 reading word | σελίδα | Turn to page twenty in your workbook. |
| 270 | leave | verbGrade 2 reading word | αφήνω | We leave school at three o'clock. |
Page 27 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 27.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. A red ___ fell from the maple tree.
Answer: leaf
2. The turtle moved ___ across the path.
Answer: slowly
3. The rescued bird was finally ___.
Answer: free
4. Turn to ___ twenty in your workbook.
Answer: page
5. We ___ school at three o'clock.
Answer: leave
Page 28: words 271–280
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 271 | lately | adverbmultisyllable word | εσχάτως | The mornings have been colder lately. |
| 272 | asleep | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. κοιμισμένος 2. αποκοιμισμένος | The puppy was asleep in its basket. |
| 273 | else | adverbGrade 2 reading word | αλλιώς | Who else wants to join the game? |
| 274 | breakfast | nounmultisyllable word | 1. πρωινό 2. πρόγευμα | I ate oatmeal and fruit for breakfast. |
| 275 | sky | nounGrade 2 reading word | ουρανός | Dark clouds covered the sky. |
| 276 | believe | verbGrade 2 reading word | πιστεύω | I believe your explanation makes sense. |
| 277 | pile | nounGrade 2 reading word | σωρός | A pile of books covered the desk. |
| 278 | wall | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. τείχος 2. τοίχος | We hung the calendar on the wall. |
| 279 | nail | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. καρφί 2. νύχι | Dad tapped the nail into the wood. |
| 280 | hall | nounGrade 2 reading word | φοιτητική εστία | Our footsteps echoed in the empty hall. |
A Cat in the Hall
Reading practice for pages 28–30. Five relevant words are highlighted.
English reading
Lately, our cat has slept in the hall. She curls up beside the wall under a picture hung on a nail. By bedtime, she is always asleep.
Greek translation
A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.
Reading comprehension
1. Where has the cat slept lately?
The cat has slept in the hall.
2. What hangs on a nail?
A picture hangs on a nail.
3. When is the cat asleep?
The cat is asleep by bedtime.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. We hung the calendar on the ___.
Answer: wall
2. Dad tapped the ___ into the wood.
Answer: nail
3. Our footsteps echoed in the empty ___.
Answer: hall
4. The mornings have been colder ___.
Answer: lately
5. The puppy was ___ in its basket.
Answer: asleep
Page 29: words 281–290
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 281 | dinner | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. γεύμα 2. μεσημεριανό 3. δείπνο | We made vegetable soup for dinner. |
| 282 | sail | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. ίστιο 2. πλέω | The family will sail across the bay. |
| 283 | slide | verbGrade 2 reading word | τσουλήθρα | The penguin can slide across the ice. |
| 284 | street | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. οδός 2. δρόμος | Look both ways before crossing the street. |
| 285 | shade | nounGrade 2 reading word | σκιά | We ate lunch in the shade of an oak tree. |
| 286 | draw | verbGrade 2 reading word | 1. σχεδιάζω 2. ζωγραφίζω | Draw a circle around the correct answer. |
| 287 | listen | verbGrade 2 reading word | ακούω | Please listen carefully to the instructions. |
| 288 | wheel | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. ρόδα 2. τροχός | One wheel on the wagon needed repair. |
| 289 | stole | verbGrade 2 reading word | πετραχήλι | In the tale, a thief stole the golden key. |
| 290 | crawl | verbGrade 2 reading word | μπουσουλάω | We watched a beetle crawl across the log. |
Page 29 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 29.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. We made vegetable soup for ___.
Answer: dinner
2. The family will ___ across the bay.
Answer: sail
3. The penguin can ___ across the ice.
Answer: slide
4. Look both ways before crossing the ___.
Answer: street
5. We ate lunch in the ___ of an oak tree.
Answer: shade
Page 30: words 291–300
| # | Word | Pattern / part of speech | Meaning | Sample sentence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 291 | until | conjunctionGrade 2 reading word | 1. μέχρι 2. ως 3. ωσότου | Wait here until the bell rings. |
| 292 | cheek | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. μάγουλο 2. ζυγωματικά | A raindrop rolled down my cheek. |
| 293 | sentence | nounmultisyllable word | 1. πρόταση 2. φράση | Begin each sentence with a capital letter. |
| 294 | almost | adverbGrade 2 reading word | 1. σχεδόν 2. παραλίγο | The glass was almost full. |
| 295 | month | nounGrade 2 reading word | μήνας | February is the shortest month. |
| 296 | against | prepositionGrade 2 reading word | κοντά | The bicycle leaned against the fence. |
| 297 | rice | nounGrade 2 reading word | ρύζι | We served vegetables over warm rice. |
| 298 | arm | nounGrade 2 reading word | 1. αρμός 2. χέρι 3. βραχίονας | I raised my arm to ask a question. |
| 299 | dirty | adjectiveGrade 2 reading word | 1. βρόμικος 2. ακάθαρτος 3. λερωμένος | Leave the dirty boots by the door. |
| 300 | cent | nounGrade 2 reading word | λεπτό | The old button cost only one cent. |
Page 30 vocabulary review
Review five selected words from page 30.
Cloze vocabulary quiz
1. Wait here ___ the bell rings.
Answer: until
2. A raindrop rolled down my ___.
Answer: cheek
3. Begin each ___ with a capital letter.
Answer: sentence
4. The glass was ___ full.
Answer: almost
5. February is the shortest ___.
Answer: month
Sources and curriculum references
These references guide selection and calibration. Definitions, sample sentences, readings, questions, and teaching notes are independently written and reviewed.
- Geneva CUSD 304: National Vocabulary Grade 2
- Flocabulary: 2nd Grade Vocabulary Word List
- WikDict downloadable bilingual dictionaries
- Kaikki.org / Wiktextract machine-readable Wiktionary data
- Language-Learning-decks public flashcard datasets
- SBBIC English-to-Khmer Dictionary
- English–Khmer Dictionary Dataset (machine-generated Khmer fallback; human review required)
- PanLex meanings snapshot (direct CC0 gap candidates; human review required)
- Cambridge bilingual dictionaries (individual editorial sense checks)
- Collins English–Hindi Dictionary (individual editorial checks)
- Hindwi and Rekhta dictionaries (individual Hindi/Urdu checks)
- National Institute of Korean Language: Basic Korean Dictionary
- JMdict/EDRDG Japanese dictionary project
- CC-CEDICT Chinese dictionary project
- VDict Vietnamese Dictionary (individual editorial check)
- Google Translate (machine-assisted lesson-reading draft; fluent review required)
- Kuperman et al.: Age-of-acquisition ratings for 30,000 English words