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5th Grade Vocabulary Words

Fifth-grade readers use increasingly precise vocabulary to compare sources, explain evidence, interpret literature, and learn independently across science, mathematics, and social studies. The curriculum emphasizes context clues, meaningful word parts, parts of speech, and language that strengthens both discussion and writing.

This independently authored 500-word beta curriculum is arranged in twenty pages of twenty-five words each. Words 1–300 include five cloze questions per page; words 301–500 remain fully visible and editable as list pages while the expanded practice layer is developed. References calibrated level and coverage only; all learner-facing definitions and sample sentences are original KSSR copy.

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Page 1: words 1–25

Vocabulary page 1
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
1accomplishverbGrade 5 academic word1. efectuar 2. realizar 3. lograrCareful planning helped the volunteers accomplish their goal before sunset.
2achievementnounGrade 5 academic word1. logro 2. conquistaFinishing her first long novel was a proud achievement for Lena.
3adaptverbGrade 5 academic word1. adaptarse 2. circunscribirse 3. ceñirseDesert plants adapt to dry conditions by storing water.
4adequateadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordadecuadoThe hikers carried an adequate supply of water for the afternoon.
5allocateverbGrade 5 academic word1. asignar 2. adjudicarThe council will allocate part of the budget to playground repairs.
6alternateverbGrade 5 academic wordalternarWe alternate between reading silently and discussing the chapter.
7anticipateverbGrade 5 academic wordanticiparFarmers anticipate frost when the temperature drops sharply.
8appealnounGrade 5 academic word1. aliciente 2. atractivo 3. atracciónThe mystery's unexpected ending added to its appeal.
9assignverbGrade 5 academic word1. asignar 2. adscribirThe director will assign each actor a role in the play.
10categorynounGrade 5 academic wordcategoríaPlace each rock in a category based on how it formed.
11combineverbGrade 5 academic word1. combinar 2. juntarWe combine flour and water to make the dough.
12complexadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. complejo 2. complexoThe complex machine uses dozens of gears to keep time.
13conceptnounGrade 5 academic wordconceptoThe model helped us understand the concept of gravity.
14consequencenounGrade 5 academic wordconsecuenciaOne consequence of the drought was a smaller wheat harvest.
15constructverbGrade 5 academic wordconstruirThe engineers will construct a footbridge across the creek.
16contrastverbGrade 5 academic word1. contraste 2. contrastarThe essay will contrast life in a village with life in a large city.
17deliberateadjectiveGrade 5 academic worddeliberadoHer deliberate choice of strong evidence improved the argument.
18dependableadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. fiable 2. firme 3. dependibleThe dependable bus arrives at the same time each morning.
19determineverbGrade 5 academic worddeterminarThe test will determine whether the water is safe to drink.
20distinguishverbGrade 5 academic worddistinguirThe field guide helps readers distinguish hawks from falcons.
21diverseadjectiveGrade 5 academic worddiversoA diverse forest contains plants of many sizes and species.
22efficientadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. eficiente 2. eficazThe efficient oven uses less electricity while cooking food evenly.
23elaborateadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. elaborado 2. detalladoThe parade featured an elaborate float covered with paper flowers.
24encounterverbGrade 5 academic word1. encontrar 2. encontrarse 3. encontrarse / toparse conHikers may encounter deer near the meadow at dawn.
25establishverbGrade 5 academic word1. establecer 2. condir 3. establirResidents hope to establish a weekly farmers' market.

Building a Rain Garden

Reading practice for pages 1–3. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

The garden club studies the concept of collecting rainwater. Members construct a shallow basin beside the playground and plant grasses in it. If they accomplish their plan, less water will flood the path. That consequence will make their achievement useful to the whole school.

Spanish translation

A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.

Reading comprehension

1. What concept does the club study?

The club studies collecting rainwater.

2. What do members construct?

They construct a shallow planted basin.

3. What consequence do they expect?

They expect less water to flood the path.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The model helped us understand the ___ of gravity.

Answer: concept

2. Careful planning helped the volunteers ___ their goal before sunset.

Answer: accomplish

3. One ___ of the drought was a smaller wheat harvest.

Answer: consequence

4. Finishing her first long novel was a proud ___ for Lena.

Answer: achievement

5. The engineers will ___ a footbridge across the creek.

Answer: construct

Page 2: words 26–50

Vocabulary page 2
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
26evaluateverbGrade 5 academic wordevaluarThe judges evaluate each design for strength and originality.
27expandverbGrade 5 academic wordampliarThe writer will expand the final paragraph with another example.
28expectationnounGrade 5 academic wordexpectativaOur expectation of clear skies changed when thunder began.
29factornounGrade 5 academic wordfactorDaily sunlight is an important factor in plant growth.
30functionnounGrade 5 academic wordfunciónThe roots' main function is to absorb water and anchor the plant.
31illustrateverbGrade 5 academic wordilustrarThe diagram will illustrate how water moves through the cycle.
32inferverbGrade 5 academic wordinferirFrom the wet paw prints, we infer that the dog entered through the kitchen.
33interpretverbGrade 5 academic word1. explicar 2. exponer 3. interpretarStudents interpret the graph by comparing the heights of its bars.
34majoritynounGrade 5 academic wordmayoríaA majority of the class voted for the outdoor activity.
35motivateverbGrade 5 academic wordmotivarA clear goal can motivate a team to keep practicing.
36perspectivenounGrade 5 academic wordperspectivaThe diary presents the voyage from a young sailor's perspective.
37procedurenounGrade 5 academic word1. procedimiento 2. trámiteFollow the safety procedure before starting the experiment.
38reactionnounGrade 5 academic wordreacciónMaya's surprised reaction showed that she had not expected the gift.
39referverbGrade 5 academic word1. referir 2. remitirThe directions refer readers to the map on the next page.
40sequencenounGrade 5 academic word1. secuencia 2. sucesiónPut the pictures in sequence from seed to flowering plant.
41significantadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. significativo 2. significante 3. importanteThe discovery was significant because it changed what scientists understood.
42sufficientadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordsuficienteOne flashlight provided sufficient light for the small tent.
43supportiveadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. alentador 2. de apoyoHer supportive teammates cheered after every attempt.
44surroundingsnounGrade 5 academic wordentornoThe owl's brown feathers blend with its woodland surroundings.
45tendencynounGrade 5 academic wordtendenciaThe river has a tendency to rise after several days of rain.
46approximateadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordaproximadoThe approximate distance to the lake is three kilometers.
47confidentadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. confiado 2. lleno de confianza 3. seguroAfter rehearsing, Amir felt confident about giving his speech.
48reliableadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. fiable 2. confiable 3. bienquedaWe used a reliable weather source before planning the trip.
49requireverbGrade 5 academic word1. requerir 2. precisar (de)The recipe will require two cups of chopped apples.
50strategynounGrade 5 academic wordestrategiaChecking headings first is a useful reading strategy.

Page 2 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 2.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Maya's surprised ___ showed that she had not expected the gift.

Answer: reaction

2. The judges ___ each design for strength and originality.

Answer: evaluate

3. The directions ___ readers to the map on the next page.

Answer: refer

4. The writer will ___ the final paragraph with another example.

Answer: expand

5. Put the pictures in ___ from seed to flowering plant.

Answer: sequence

Page 3: words 51–75

Vocabulary page 3
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
51abolishverbGrade 5 academic word1. abolir 2. suprimir 3. abrogarThe town voted to abolish the outdated parking rule.
52absurdadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordabsurdoThe absurd rumor claimed that the tiny pond contained a whale.
53accessnounGrade 5 academic word1. acceder 2. accesar 3. accesoA library card gives residents access to online books.
54aggressiveadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordagresivoThe aggressive goose hissed and charged toward the fence.
55altitudenounGrade 5 academic wordaltitudThe air becomes thinner as altitude increases.
56antagonistnounGrade 5 academic wordantagonistaIn the novel, the dishonest captain is the antagonist.
57antonymnounGrade 5 academic wordantónimoThe word “scarce” is an antonym of “abundant.”
58anxiousadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. ansioso 2. inquietoDev felt anxious while waiting for news about the missing dog.
59aromanounGrade 5 academic wordaromaThe warm bread filled the kitchen with a sweet aroma.
60astoundverbGrade 5 academic word1. asombrar 2. pasmarThe magician's final illusion will astound the audience.
61avalanchenounGrade 5 academic word1. alud 2. avalanchaThe avalanche blocked the road through the mountain pass.
62banquetnounGrade 5 academic word1. comida festiva 2. banquete 3. conviteThe community held a banquet to honor the rescue workers.
63beveragenounGrade 5 academic word1. bebida 2. bebienda 3. bebercioTea was the warm beverage served after the winter walk.
64blandadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. soso 2. insulso 3. ñoñoThe soup tasted bland until we added herbs.
65blizzardnounGrade 5 academic word1. ventisca 2. tempestad de nieve 3. tormenta nivalThe blizzard buried the road beneath deep snow.
66bungleverbGrade 5 academic wordembarullarRushing may cause us to bungle the final measurements.
67cautiouslyadverbGrade 5 academic wordprecavidamenteThe fox stepped cautiously onto the frozen pond.
68companionnounGrade 5 academic word1. compañero 2. compañera 3. cousínThe guide's faithful dog was his companion on every hike.
69compassionnounGrade 5 academic wordcompasiónNeighbors showed compassion by bringing meals to the injured family.
70compensateverbGrade 5 academic wordcompensarThe store will compensate customers for the damaged goods.
71complyverbGrade 5 academic word1. cumplir (con) 2. acatar 3. atenerse (a)Cyclists must comply with the trail's safety signs.
72composeverbGrade 5 academic wordcomponerJada will compose a short melody for the school play.
73convertverbGrade 5 academic wordconvertirSolar panels convert sunlight into electrical energy.
74courteousadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. cordial 2. cortésThe courteous visitor waited until the speaker finished.
75debatenounGrade 5 academic worddebateThe class held a debate about protecting the empty lot.

Page 3 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 3.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The town voted to ___ the outdated parking rule.

Answer: abolish

2. The soup tasted ___ until we added herbs.

Answer: bland

3. The ___ rumor claimed that the tiny pond contained a whale.

Answer: absurd

4. The ___ buried the road beneath deep snow.

Answer: blizzard

5. A library card gives residents ___ to online books.

Answer: access

Page 4: words 76–100

Vocabulary page 4
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
76declineverbGrade 5 academic word1. periclitar 2. declinar 3. descaecerThe frog population may decline if the pond dries up.
77dedicateverbGrade 5 academic word1. inaugurar 2. dedicarThe volunteers dedicate each Saturday to restoring the trail.
78depriveverbGrade 5 academic word1. privar 2. desproveerClouds can deprive young plants of necessary sunlight.
79detectverbGrade 5 academic worddetectarThe alarm can detect smoke before flames appear.
80dictateverbGrade 5 academic worddictarThe reporter will dictate notes to an assistant by phone.
81documentverbGrade 5 academic word1. anotar 2. registrar 3. documentarScientists document each bird sighting in a field journal.
82duplicateverbGrade 5 academic wordduplicarThe printer can duplicate the photograph in seconds.
83edibleadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordcomestibleOnly some of the berries in this forest are edible.
84escalateverbGrade 5 academic word1. elevar a un nivel superior 2. transferirA small disagreement can escalate when no one listens.
85evadeverbGrade 5 academic wordevadirThe quick rabbit tried to evade the circling hawk.
86exasperateverbGrade 5 academic wordexasperarRepeated interruptions can exasperate a patient speaker.
87excavateverbGrade 5 academic word1. excavar 2. asotanarArchaeologists excavate the site with small tools and brushes.
88exertverbGrade 5 academic wordejercerClimbers must exert extra force on the steep slope.
89exhibitverbGrade 5 academic word1. exhibición 2. exhibirThe museum will exhibit tools from the early settlement.
90exultverbGrade 5 academic wordexultarFans began to exult when the final goal secured the victory.
91feebleadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. débil 2. endeble 3. febleA feeble beam of light shone through the dusty window.
92frigidadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordfrígidoFrigid air froze the puddles overnight.
93giganticadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. gigante 2. gigantescoA gigantic whale surfaced beside the research boat.
94gorgenounGrade 5 academic word1. garganta 2. desfiladero 3. gorjaThe river flows through a rocky gorge.
95guardiannounGrade 5 academic word1. apoderado 2. tutor 3. custodioHer guardian signed the permission form for the trip.
96hazyadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. brumoso 2. calinoso 3. calimosoThe distant hills looked hazy through the morning fog.
97heartyadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. contundente 2. taipá 3. taypáThe hikers ate a hearty stew after the long climb.
98homonymnounGrade 5 academic wordhomónimo“Bat” is a homonym because it can name an animal or a piece of sports equipment.
99identicaladjectiveGrade 5 academic wordidénticoThe two keys looked identical, but only one opened the door.
100illuminateverbGrade 5 academic wordiluminarA lantern will illuminate the dark path.

The Museum Exhibit

Reading practice for pages 4–6. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Volunteers dedicate a new exhibit to the town’s musicians. Ticket sales decline during a snowy week, but the curator refuses to deprive families of a final viewing day. The volunteers exult when the museum fills on Saturday.

Spanish translation

A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.

Reading comprehension

1. To whom is the exhibit dedicated?

The exhibit is dedicated to the town's musicians.

2. Why do ticket sales decline?

Snowy weather causes ticket sales to decline.

3. When do volunteers exult?

They exult when the museum fills.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The frog population may ___ if the pond dries up.

Answer: decline

2. The museum will ___ tools from the early settlement.

Answer: exhibit

3. The volunteers ___ each Saturday to restoring the trail.

Answer: dedicate

4. Fans began to ___ when the final goal secured the victory.

Answer: exult

5. Clouds can ___ young plants of necessary sunlight.

Answer: deprive

Page 5: words 101–125

Vocabulary page 5
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
101independentadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordindependienteThe independent researcher planned and completed her own investigation.
102industriousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. industrioso 2. trabajador 3. afanosoThe industrious ants carried food back to their nest.
103intenseadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordintensoThe intense heat forced the runners to shorten their practice.
104interceptverbGrade 5 language and literature wordinterceptarThe defender managed to intercept the pass.
105jubilationnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. júbilo 2. regocijoJubilation filled the stadium after the unexpected victory.
106kinnounGrade 5 language and literature wordparentajeThe young wolf remained close to its kin.
107luxuriousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordlujosoThe hotel offered a luxurious room overlooking the harbor.
108majoradjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. significativo 2. mayúsculo 3. protagónicoRepairing the bridge was a major project for the town.
109miniatureadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordminiaturaThe exhibit included a miniature model of the castle.
110minoradjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordmenorA minor scratch did not affect how the machine worked.
111mischiefnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. travesura 2. diablura 3. gamberradaThe puppy's mischief left muddy paw prints across the floor.
112monarchnounGrade 5 language and literature wordmonarcaThe monarch addressed the nation from the palace.
113moralnounGrade 5 language and literature wordmoralThe fable's moral warns readers not to be greedy.
114mythnounGrade 5 language and literature wordmitoThe ancient myth tells how the stars reached the sky.
115narratornounGrade 5 language and literature wordnarradorThe narrator knows what every character is thinking.
116navigateverbGrade 5 language and literature wordnavegarSailors use charts and stars to navigate across the ocean.
117negativeadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordnegativoThe critic gave a negative review of the confusing performance.
118nonchalantadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. casual 2. relajadoRavi sounded nonchalant even though the contest result mattered to him.
119obsoleteadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. obsoleto 2. desusadoThe old machine became obsolete after digital equipment arrived.
120occasionnounGrade 5 language and literature wordocasiónThe family saved the decorated dishes for a special occasion.
121overthrowverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. derrocar 2. derribarThe rebels hoped to overthrow the cruel ruler.
122pardonverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. indultar 2. amnistiar 3. condonarThe governor may pardon a prisoner after reviewing the case.
123pasturenounGrade 5 language and literature word1. pasto 2. pradera 3. dehesaThe horses grazed peacefully in the pasture.
124pedestriannounGrade 5 language and literature word1. peatón 2. peatona 3. viandanteThe driver stopped to let a pedestrian cross the street.
125perishverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. perecer 2. fenecerYoung seedlings may perish without water.

Page 5 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 5.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The ancient ___ tells how the stars reached the sky.

Answer: myth

2. The ___ ants carried food back to their nest.

Answer: industrious

3. The ___ knows what every character is thinking.

Answer: narrator

4. The ___ heat forced the runners to shorten their practice.

Answer: intense

5. Sailors use charts and stars to ___ across the ocean.

Answer: navigate

Page 6: words 126–150

Vocabulary page 6
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
126petrifyverbGrade 5 language and literature wordpetrificarThe sudden growl seemed to petrify the campers.
127portableadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. portátil 2. portableWe used a portable stove to cook at the campsite.
128prefixnounGrade 5 language and literature wordprefijoThe prefix “un-” changes “certain” to “uncertain.”
129preserveverbGrade 5 language and literature wordpreservarThe archive works to preserve letters from the town's founders.
130protagonistnounGrade 5 language and literature wordprotagonistaThe protagonist must choose between safety and helping a friend.
131provideverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. proveer 2. brindar 3. providenciarTall trees provide shade beside the playground.
132purchaseverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. comprar 2. mercarThe club will purchase new art supplies with the fundraiser money.
133realisticadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. realista 2. realísticoThe artist painted a realistic portrait of the old fisherman.
134reassureverbGrade 5 language and literature wordtranquilizarThe guide tried to reassure us that the trail was safe.
135reignnounGrade 5 language and literature wordreinadoThe palace was expanded during the queen's reign.
136resembleverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. resemblar(se) a 2. semblar 3. asemejar(se) aThe cloud seemed to resemble a sailing ship.
137retainverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. retener 2. detentarDark soil can retain water longer than sand.
138retireverbGrade 5 language and literature wordjubilarThe librarian plans to retire after forty years of service.
139revertverbGrade 5 language and literature wordrevertirWithout maintenance, the garden may revert to an overgrown field.
140routenounGrade 5 language and literature word1. ruta 2. itinerarioThe map shows the safest route across the mountains.
141saunterverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. paseo 2. pasearWe watched the peacock saunter across the courtyard.
142seldomadverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. pocas veces 2. a penas 3. apenasSnow seldom falls in this warm coastal town.
143senselessadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. sin sentido 2. no tener sentidoDamaging the new playground would be a senseless act.
144seververbGrade 5 language and literature word1. tajar 2. cercenar 3. escindirThe storm may sever weak branches from the tree.
145slitherverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. reptar 2. ratearA green snake began to slither through the grass.
146sluggishadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. apagado 2. desganado 3. haragánThe lizard seemed sluggish in the cool morning air.
147soarverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. estar por las nubes 2. ponerse por las nubes 3. dispararseThe eagle began to soar above the canyon.
148solitaryadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordsolitarioA solitary lighthouse stood on the rocky island.
149solonounGrade 5 language and literature word1. aria 2. romanzaMina practiced her violin solo for the concert.
150sparseadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature worddispersoOnly sparse grass grew on the dry hillside.

Page 6 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 6.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Without maintenance, the garden may ___ to an overgrown field.

Answer: revert

2. We used a ___ stove to cook at the campsite.

Answer: portable

3. The map shows the safest ___ across the mountains.

Answer: route

4. The ___ “un-” changes “certain” to “uncertain.”

Answer: prefix

5. We watched the peacock ___ across the courtyard.

Answer: saunter

Page 7: words 151–175

Vocabulary page 7
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
151spurtverbGrade 5 language and literature wordchorretearWater began to spurt from the cracked pipe.
152suffixnounGrade 5 language and literature wordsufijoThe suffix “-less” changes “hope” into “hopeless.”
153suffocateverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. sofocar 2. ahogarSmoke can suffocate people inside a closed room.
154summitnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. cima 2. cumbre 3. picoThe climbers reached the summit before noon.
155suspendverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. colgar 2. suspenderWorkers suspend the bridge deck from thick steel cables.
156synonymnounGrade 5 language and literature wordsinónimo“Rapid” is a synonym for “quick.”
157talonnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. garra 2. garrónThe hawk gripped the branch with each curved talon.
158tauntverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. mofa 2. pulla 3. cachitaIt is unkind to taunt a player who misses a shot.
159thriftyadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordeconómicoThe thrifty cook turned leftover vegetables into soup.
160translateverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. traducir 2. trasladar 3. verterStudents will translate the short message from French into English.
161tropicaladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordtropicalColorful parrots live in the tropical forest.
162visibleadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordvisibleThe lighthouse became visible when the fog lifted.
163visualadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordvisualA visual chart made the instructions easier to follow.
164vividadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordvívidoThe author used vivid details to describe the storm.
165wildernessnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. descampado 2. jungla 3. malezaThe protected wilderness contains forests, rivers, and mountains.
166withdrawverbGrade 5 language and literature worddarse de bajaThe injured runner had to withdraw from the race.
167crucialadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. crucial 2. decisivoClean water is crucial to every community's health.
168emergeverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. emerger 2. aparecer 3. aflorarA butterfly will emerge from the chrysalis.
169overcomeverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. vencer 2. superar 3. sobrepasarWith practice, Jayla began to overcome her fear of speaking.
170perplexverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. perplejizar 2. dejar perplejoThe puzzle's missing clue continued to perplex the detectives.
171beckonverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. llamar con señas 2. hacer ademanes para que se acerque 3. deseñarThe guide raised one hand to beckon us toward the entrance.
172bestowverbGrade 5 language and literature wordestibarThe mayor will bestow a medal on the brave rescuer.
173intentlyadverbGrade 5 language and literature wordatentamenteThe fox watched intently as the mouse crossed the field.
174solemnadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordsolemneThe crowd remained solemn during the memorial ceremony.
175culturenounGrade 5 language and literature wordculturaMusic and food are important parts of a community's culture.

A Summit in the Wilderness

Reading practice for pages 7–9. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

On a wilderness hike, Priya notices that the word fearless has a suffix. At the summit, smoke drifts from a distant fire. Because smoke can suffocate people, the guide decides to withdraw the group to a lower, clearer trail.

Spanish translation

A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.

Reading comprehension

1. What word part does Priya notice?

Priya notices a suffix.

2. What appears near the summit?

Smoke from a distant fire appears.

3. Why does the guide withdraw the group?

The guide withdraws them because smoke can suffocate people.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The ___ “-less” changes “hope” into “hopeless.”

Answer: suffix

2. The protected ___ contains forests, rivers, and mountains.

Answer: wilderness

3. Smoke can ___ people inside a closed room.

Answer: suffocate

4. The injured runner had to ___ from the race.

Answer: withdraw

5. The climbers reached the ___ before noon.

Answer: summit

Page 8: words 176–200

Vocabulary page 8
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
176infuriateverbGrade 5 language and literature wordenfurecerCheating in the final match would infuriate the other players.
177populationnounGrade 5 language and literature wordpoblaciónThe island's seabird population increased after nesting areas were protected.
178resourcenounGrade 5 language and literature word1. surtir 2. abastecer 3. dotarThe encyclopedia is a valuable resource for the research project.
179thriveverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. prosperar 2. medrar 3. crecerTomato plants thrive in warm sunlight.
180assureverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. asegurar 2. afiar 3. avalarThe coach tried to assure the team that their preparation was strong.
181comprehendverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. comprender 2. comprehender 3. percanzarThe timeline helped us comprehend the order of historical events.
182exaggerateverbGrade 5 language and literature wordexagerarDo not exaggerate the size of the fish you caught.
183ignorantadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. ignorante 2. chúntaro 3. desentendidoWe were ignorant of the trail closure until we saw the sign.
184trialnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. tienta 2. certamen 3. procesoSurviving three nights in the storm was a severe trial.
185summonverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. llamar 2. citarThe captain will summon the crew when the ship is ready.
186tolerateverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. tolerar 2. aguantar 3. soportarThese plants can tolerate a few nights of cold weather.
187vagueadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. vago 2. desvaído 3. difuminadoThe vague directions did not explain which road to take.
188blurtverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. soltar 2. espetar 3. encasquetarNina tried not to blurt the surprise before the party.
189criticizeverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. criticar 2. culparA helpful reviewer can criticize the argument without insulting the writer.
190flimsyadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. endeble 2. poco sólido 3. temblequeThe flimsy box collapsed under the heavy books.
191favorableadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordfavorableFavorable winds carried the sailboat toward the harbor.
192mimicverbGrade 5 language and literature wordmimetizarThe parrot can mimic the sound of a ringing phone.
193ridiculeverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. ridiculizar 2. poner en ridículo 3. poner en solfaNo student should ridicule another person's accent.
194traitnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. rasgo 2. característica 3. carácterPatience is a useful trait for a careful scientist.
195utterverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. resolgar 2. resollar 3. perorarThe startled child could barely utter a word.
196adjustverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. adaptarse 2. acostumbrarsePlease adjust the microscope until the image is clear.
197approveverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. aprobar 2. sancionarThe committee must approve the plan before construction begins.
198conductverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. conducta 2. conducirResearchers will conduct a survey about recycling habits.
199conflictnounGrade 5 language and literature wordconflictoThe characters resolve their conflict by speaking honestly.
200equivalentadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordequivalenteTwo quarters are equivalent to one half.

Page 8 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 8.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The island's seabird ___ increased after nesting areas were protected.

Answer: population

2. The ___ box collapsed under the heavy books.

Answer: flimsy

3. The encyclopedia is a valuable ___ for the research project.

Answer: resource

4. ___ winds carried the sailboat toward the harbor.

Answer: favorable

5. Tomato plants ___ in warm sunlight.

Answer: thrive

Page 9: words 201–225

Vocabulary page 9
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
201likelyadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordprobableDark clouds make rain likely this afternoon.
202vitaladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordvitalOxygen is vital for human survival.
203claimnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. alegato 2. concesiónThe writer supports each claim with facts from reliable sources.
204contextnounGrade 5 language and literature wordcontextoThe context shows that “bank” refers to the side of a river.
205debrisnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. escombros 2. restos 3. detritusWorkers cleared storm debris from the road.
206eerieadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordespantosoAn eerie howl echoed through the empty valley.
207graphicadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordgráficoThe graphic novel combines dialogue with illustrated panels.
208investigateverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. indagar 2. investigar 3. examinarDetectives investigate the footprints beside the broken window.
209irregularadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordirregularThe stone has an irregular shape with five uneven sides.
210rustleverbGrade 5 language and literature wordcrujidoA rabbit made the grass rustle beside the path.
211scrawnyadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. enjuto 2. magro 3. escuálidoThe scrawny kitten grew stronger after several weeks of care.
212wagenounGrade 5 language and literature word1. salario 2. sueldo 3. jornalThe farm pays each worker an hourly wage.
213affectverbGrade 5 language and literature wordfingirA long drought can affect the price of vegetables.
214despairnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. desespero 2. desesperaciónThe stranded sailors felt despair when the radio stopped working.
215externaladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordexternoThe turtle's external shell protects its body.
216gleamverbGrade 5 language and literature wordesplenderWet stones gleam in the morning sun.
217internaladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordinternoThe mechanic inspected the engine's internal parts.
218perilnounGrade 5 language and literature wordpeligroThe climbers faced peril when the ice began to crack.
219restrictverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. restringir 2. cortapisarPark rules restrict campfires during dry weather.
220secureverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. seguro 2. conseguir 3. lucrarUse strong rope to secure the canoe to the dock.
221summarynounGrade 5 language and literature word1. resumen 2. sumarioHer summary included the article's central point and key evidence.
222coaxverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. engatusar 2. coaccionar 3. coactarWe used a treat to coax the frightened dog out from under the porch.
223enhanceverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. realzar 2. embonar 3. jerarquizarA labeled map can enhance the report.
224familiaradjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordfamiliarThe familiar song reminded him of summer camp.
225ferociousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordferozFerocious winds tore branches from the trees.

Page 9 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 9.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The turtle's ___ shell protects its body.

Answer: external

2. The writer supports each ___ with facts from reliable sources.

Answer: claim

3. Wet stones ___ in the morning sun.

Answer: gleam

4. The ___ shows that “bank” refers to the side of a river.

Answer: context

5. The mechanic inspected the engine's ___ parts.

Answer: internal

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Vocabulary page 10
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
226murkyadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordturbioThe pond water became murky after the storm.
227restrainverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. refrenar 2. restreñirA leash helps restrain a dog near a busy road.
228sorrowfuladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordtristeThe sorrowful ending left many readers in tears.
229sympathynounGrade 5 language and literature word1. compasión 2. simpatíaWe expressed sympathy to the family after their loss.
230grimadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordrígidoThe rescue team faced grim conditions in the flooded valley.
231eruptverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. entrar en erupción 2. erupcionarA volcano may erupt after pressure builds below the surface.
232insistverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. insistir 2. empeñarThe guide will insist that everyone wear a helmet.
233sneerverbGrade 5 language and literature wordburlarseThe villain began to sneer at the hero's simple plan.
234tuftnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. mechón 2. penacho 3. manojoA white tuft of fur clung to the fence.
235unravelverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. desenmarañar 2. desenredar 3. deshilarThe detective used the diary to unravel the mystery.
236enviousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordenvidiosoLeo felt envious of his friend's new bicycle.
237influencenounGrade 5 language and literature word1. influencia 2. influjoThe coach's encouragement had a positive influence on the team.
238prohibitverbGrade 5 language and literature wordprohibirThe signs prohibit swimming near the waterfall.
239pryverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. hacer palanca 2. abrir palanqueando 3. abrir apalacandoWe used a flat tool to pry the lid from the paint can.
240regretverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. lamentar 2. arrepentirse [de] 3. repentirse [de]I regret leaving the seedlings outside during the frost.
241wringverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. exprimir 2. retorcer 3. escurrirWring the wet cloth over the sink before hanging it.
242confideverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordconfiarMara chose to confide her worry to a close friend.
243dreadverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. pavor 2. temor 3. miedoSome passengers dread flying during storms.
244glimpsenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordatisboWe caught a glimpse of the fox before it vanished.
245glistenverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. relucir 2. rielarDrops of rain glisten on the spiderweb.
246isolateverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordaislarScientists isolate the sick plant to protect the healthy ones.
247optionnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. opción 2. opción financieraTaking the bus is an option when the road is icy.
248smirkverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. sonreír con suficiencia 2. hacer una sonrisitaThe bully began to smirk after hiding the missing notebook.
249affectionnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. cariño 2. apego 3. afectoThe dog showed affection by resting its head on Mina's knee.
250empathynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordempatíaReading the refugee's diary helped students develop empathy.

An Honest Apology

Reading practice for pages 10–12. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

After spilling paint on a friend’s poster, Luis feels deep regret. He begins to wring the stained paper, but that only tears it. Looking sorrowful, he chooses to confide in his teacher. She shows sympathy and helps both students make a repair.

Spanish translation

A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.

Reading comprehension

1. Why does Luis feel regret?

Luis spilled paint on a friend's poster.

2. Why should he not wring the paper?

Wringing the paper tears it.

3. In whom does Luis confide?

Luis confides in his teacher.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. I ___ leaving the seedlings outside during the frost.

Answer: regret

2. The ___ ending left many readers in tears.

Answer: sorrowful

3. ___ the wet cloth over the sink before hanging it.

Answer: wring

4. We expressed ___ to the family after their loss.

Answer: sympathy

5. Mara chose to ___ her worry to a close friend.

Answer: confide

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Vocabulary page 11
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
251integritynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordintegridadReturning the extra change showed Carlos's integrity.
252patiencenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordpacienciaGrowing a garden requires patience because seeds develop slowly.
253responsibilitynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordresponsabilidadFeeding the class fish is Hana's responsibility this week.
254cooperationnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordcooperaciónThe heavy table was moved safely through cooperation.
255determinationnounGrade 5 social-emotional worddeterminaciónHer determination helped her finish the steep climb.
256curiositynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordcuriosidadCuriosity led the children to examine the unusual shell.
257fairnessnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. ecuanimidad 2. equidad 3. imparcialidadThe referee's fairness earned respect from both teams.
258loyaltynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordlealtadThe guide praised the dog's loyalty to its owner.
259gratitudenounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. gratitud 2. agradecimiento 3. conoscenciaWe wrote notes of gratitude to the volunteers.
260tolerancenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordtoleranciaA respectful community practices tolerance toward different traditions.
261perseverancenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordperseveranciaSolving the complicated puzzle required perseverance.
262frustrationnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordfrustraciónRepeated computer errors caused understandable frustration.
263disappointmentnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. decepción 2. ahueve 3. chascoThe canceled trip brought disappointment to the campers.
264enthusiasmnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordentusiasmoHer enthusiasm for astronomy inspired the whole club.
265embarrassmentnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. ahueve 2. avergonzamiento 3. bochornoHe laughed at his embarrassment after realizing his shirt was backward.
266hesitationnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. titubeo 2. hesitaciónAfter a moment of hesitation, Priya stepped onto the stage.
267jealousynounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. envidia 2. celos 3. celoJealousy made the character ignore her friend's success.
268lonelinessnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordsoledadJoining the club helped ease his loneliness.
269reliefnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. aliviane 2. alivioWe felt relief when the lost hikers returned safely.
270resentmentnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. resentimiento 2. animadversión 3. animosidadUnequal chores created resentment between the roommates.
271satisfactionnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordsatisfacciónCompleting the mural gave the artists great satisfaction.
272considerateadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordconsideradoIt was considerate of Mae to lower her voice near the sleeping baby.
273courageousadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. corajoso 2. corajudoThe courageous witness told the truth despite feeling afraid.
274deceitfuladjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. delusorio 2. embustero 3. cuberoThe deceitful merchant hid the crack beneath a label.
275determinedadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. determinado 2. denodado 3. empeñadoThe determined runner continued through the heavy rain.

Page 11 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 11.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. Feeding the class fish is Hana's ___ this week.

Answer: responsibility

2. After a moment of ___, Priya stepped onto the stage.

Answer: hesitation

3. The heavy table was moved safely through ___.

Answer: cooperation

4. ___ made the character ignore her friend's success.

Answer: jealousy

5. Her ___ helped her finish the steep climb.

Answer: determination

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Vocabulary page 12
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
276dishonestadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. embustero 2. mentiroso 3. deshonestoThe dishonest player secretly changed the score.
277enthusiasticadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. entusiástico 2. entusiasmadoThe enthusiastic volunteers arrived early with extra supplies.
278impatientadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordimpacienteThe impatient customer kept checking the clock.
279respectfuladjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordrespetuosoA respectful listener does not interrupt.
280selfishadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordegoístaThe selfish character kept all the food for himself.
281thoughtfuladjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. detallista 2. meticuloso 3. minuciosoHer thoughtful question helped the speaker explain the issue.
282cautiousadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. cauto 2. cauteloso 3. precavidoThe cautious climber tested each handhold.
283cooperativeadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. cooperativo 2. cooperador 3. cooperanteThe cooperative group divided the research tasks fairly.
284decisiveadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional worddecisivoThe decisive captain changed course before the storm arrived.
285devotedadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional worddevotoThe devoted nurse checked on every patient.
286embarrassedadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordavergonzadoKai felt embarrassed after calling the teacher by the wrong name.
287encouragingadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. alentador 2. esperanzador 3. halagüeñoThe coach's encouraging words helped the team recover.
288forgivingadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordindulgenteHer forgiving response allowed the friends to begin again.
289resourcefuladjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. apañado 2. ingenioso 3. con recursosThe resourceful campers repaired the strap with cord and tape.
290selflessadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. desinteresado 2. abnegado 3. altruistaThe selfless volunteer gave her seat to the tired passenger.
291trustworthyadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. fidedigno 2. de confianza 3. de fiarA trustworthy guide admits when a route is uncertain.
292politeadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. cortés 2. educado 3. de buena educaciónThe polite guest thanked the host before leaving.
293arrogantadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. arrogante 2. creído 3. presumidoThe arrogant champion refused to congratulate the other team.
294compassionateadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordcompasivoThe compassionate doctor listened carefully to the frightened child.
295demandingadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordexigenteTraining for the long race was demanding.
296gloomyadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. lóbrego 2. tétrico 3. luctuosoThe gray sky gave the empty street a gloomy appearance.
297guiltyadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. culpable 2. nocenteThe guilty child admitted breaking the vase.
298jealousadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. celoso 2. enceladoNia felt jealous when her friend won the solo.
299miserableadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. miserable 2. míseroThe soaked hikers felt miserable in the cold wind.
300optimisticadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordoptimistaThe optimistic gardener believed the damaged plants would recover.

Page 12 vocabulary review

Review five selected words from page 12.

Cloze vocabulary quiz

1. The ___ customer kept checking the clock.

Answer: impatient

2. A ___ guide admits when a route is uncertain.

Answer: trustworthy

3. A ___ listener does not interrupt.

Answer: respectful

4. The ___ guest thanked the host before leaving.

Answer: polite

5. The ___ character kept all the food for himself.

Answer: selfish

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Vocabulary page 13
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
301pessimisticadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordpesimistaThe pessimistic sailor doubted that the wind would improve.
302reluctantadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. renuente 2. reacio 3. reluctanteThe reluctant puppy stopped at the edge of the water.
303sincereadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordsinceroHer sincere apology helped repair the friendship.
304adaptationnounGrade 5 science wordadaptaciónA camel's ability to conserve water is an adaptation to desert life.
305organismnounGrade 5 science word1. organismo 2. ser vivoEvery organism in the pond depends on water.
306habitatnounGrade 5 science wordhábitatThe marsh provides a habitat for frogs and herons.
307ecosystemnounGrade 5 science wordecosistemaRemoving one species can affect the entire ecosystem.
308speciesnounGrade 5 science wordespecieThe island supports a rare species of lizard.
309communitynounGrade 5 science wordcomunidadThe reef community includes coral, fish, and algae.
310consumernounGrade 5 science wordconsumidorA rabbit is a consumer that feeds on plants.
311decomposernounGrade 5 science worddescomponedorA mushroom acts as a decomposer on the forest floor.
312producernounGrade 5 science word1. productor 2. productora 3. producidorGrass is a producer that uses sunlight to make food.
313nutrientnounGrade 5 science wordnutrienteIron is a nutrient that helps blood carry oxygen.
314photosynthesisnounGrade 5 science wordfotosíntesisDuring photosynthesis, leaves release oxygen.
315respirationnounGrade 5 science wordrespiraciónCellular respiration provides energy for growth and movement.
316germinationnounGrade 5 science wordgerminaciónWarm soil and water encourage germination.
317pollinationnounGrade 5 science wordpolinizaciónBees help with pollination as they visit flowers.
318reproductionnounGrade 5 science wordreproducciónFlowering plants use seeds for reproduction.
319inheritedadjectiveGrade 5 science wordherenciaEye color is an inherited trait.
320instinctnounGrade 5 science wordinstintoMigration is an instinct in many bird species.
321behaviornounGrade 5 science word1. proceder 2. comporteThe scientist recorded the penguin's feeding behavior.
322cellnounGrade 5 science word1. célula 2. celdaA microscope can reveal the structure of a plant cell.
323tissuenounGrade 5 science wordtejidoMuscle tissue contracts to move the body.
324organnounGrade 5 science wordórganoThe heart is an organ that pumps blood.
325systemnounGrade 5 science wordsistemaThe digestive system breaks food into usable nutrients.

A Reluctant Scientist

Reading practice for pages 13–15. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Mina is reluctant to present her beetle model because she feels pessimistic about it. Her partner gives sincere encouragement. Together they explain how each adaptation helps the organism survive in a dry habitat.

Spanish translation

A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.

Reading comprehension

1. Why is Mina reluctant to present?

Mina doubts the quality of her model.

2. What does her partner offer?

Her partner offers sincere encouragement.

3. What do the adaptations help the organism do?

They help the organism survive.

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Vocabulary page 14
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
326skeletonnounGrade 5 science word1. estructura 2. esqueleto 3. osamentaA whale's skeleton contains bones shaped like those in other mammals.
327musclenounGrade 5 science wordmúsculoThe heart is a powerful muscle.
328circulationnounGrade 5 science wordcirculaciónExercise can increase blood circulation.
329digestionnounGrade 5 science worddigestiónDigestion begins when food is chewed.
330microorganismnounGrade 5 science wordmicroorganismoSome kinds of microorganism help produce yogurt.
331bacterianounGrade 5 science wordbacteriaHelpful bacteria live in healthy soil.
332virusnounGrade 5 science wordvirusA virus can spread through cough droplets.
333fungusnounGrade 5 science wordhongoThe damp log was covered by a pale fungus.
334parasitenounGrade 5 science wordparásitoA tick is a parasite that feeds on an animal's blood.
335immunitynounGrade 5 science wordinmunidadVaccination can help the body develop immunity.
336vaccinenounGrade 5 science word1. vacuna 2. linfaThe vaccine reduced the spread of the illness.
337infectionnounGrade 5 science word1. infección 2. inficiónThe doctor treated the cut to prevent infection.
338symptomnounGrade 5 science wordsíntomaA high fever can be a symptom of infection.
339treatmentnounGrade 5 science word1. tratamiento 2. tratoRest was part of the recommended treatment.
340recoververbGrade 5 science word1. reponerse 2. volver / tornar a salir adelante 3. no hundirseThe injured bird may recover after several weeks of care.
341contagiousadjectiveGrade 5 science wordcontagiosoThe contagious illness moved quickly through the crowded camp.
342hygienenounGrade 5 science wordhigieneGood hand hygiene helps prevent infection.
343moleculenounGrade 5 science wordmoléculaA water molecule contains hydrogen and oxygen atoms.
344atomnounGrade 5 science wordátomoAn atom contains a nucleus surrounded by electrons.
345elementnounGrade 5 science wordelementoOxygen is an element found in air and water.
346compoundnounGrade 5 science wordcompuestoWater is a compound made from hydrogen and oxygen.
347mixturenounGrade 5 science word1. mezcla 2. mixturaTrail mix is a mixture whose ingredients remain separate.
348dissolveverbGrade 5 science word1. disolver 2. desleírSalt will dissolve more quickly in warm water.
349chemicalnounGrade 5 science wordproducto químicoThe label identifies each chemical in the cleaning solution.
350mineralnounGrade 5 science wordmineralQuartz is a common mineral in Earth's crust.

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Vocabulary page 15
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
351massnounGrade 5 science wordmasaThe balance measures the rock's mass in grams.
352volumenounGrade 5 science wordvolumenWe found the box's volume by multiplying its length, width, and height.
353densitynounGrade 5 science worddensidadOil floats because its density is lower than water's.
354energynounGrade 5 science wordenergíaFood provides energy for the body.
355forcenounGrade 5 science wordfuerzaThe force of the kick sent the ball across the field.
356motionnounGrade 5 science wordmovimientoThe camera recorded the cart's motion down the ramp.
357frictionnounGrade 5 science word1. fricción 2. rozamientoFriction between the tires and road helps the bicycle stop.
358magnetismnounGrade 5 science wordmagnetismoMagnetism pulled the iron paper clips toward the bar.
359electricitynounGrade 5 science wordelectricidadThe wind turbine generates electricity.
360circuitnounGrade 5 science wordcircuitoThe bulb lights when the circuit is closed.
361conductornounGrade 5 science wordconductorCopper is a good conductor of electricity.
362insulatornounGrade 5 science wordaislanteRubber is an insulator used around electric wires.
363reflectionnounGrade 5 science word1. reflexión 2. reflejoThe mirror formed an image through reflection.
364refractionnounGrade 5 science wordrefracciónRefraction makes the straw appear bent in water.
365vibrationnounGrade 5 science wordvibraciónThe string's vibration produces a musical sound.
366frequencynounGrade 5 science wordfrecuenciaA higher sound frequency produces a higher pitch.
367wavelengthnounGrade 5 science word1. longitud de onda 2. largor de ondo 3. largura de ondaRed light has a longer wavelength than violet light.
368spectrumnounGrade 5 science wordespectroA prism separates white light into a spectrum.
369transparentadjectiveGrade 5 science wordtransparenteThe transparent glass revealed the fish inside the tank.
370translucentadjectiveGrade 5 science word1. translúcido 2. transluciente 3. claroThe translucent curtain softened the sunlight.
371opaqueadjectiveGrade 5 science wordopacoThe opaque wall blocked all light from the next room.
372solidnounGrade 5 science wordsólidoIce is the solid form of water.
373liquidnounGrade 5 science wordlíquidoA liquid takes the shape of its container.
374statenounGrade 5 science wordEstadoHeating can change water from a liquid state to a gas.
375evaporationnounGrade 5 science wordevaporaciónEvaporation slowly dried the puddle.

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Vocabulary page 16
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
376condensationnounGrade 5 science wordcondensaciónCondensation formed droplets on the cold glass.
377precipitationnounGrade 5 science wordprecipitaciónThe forecast predicts heavy precipitation overnight.
378humiditynounGrade 5 science wordhumedadHigh humidity made the warm day feel uncomfortable.
379atmospherenounGrade 5 science word1. atmósfera 2. aireEarth's atmosphere contains the oxygen people breathe.
380weatheringnounGrade 5 science wordmeteorizaciónRepeated freezing and thawing cause weathering.
381erosionnounGrade 5 science worderosiónTree roots can slow erosion on a steep slope.
382sedimentnounGrade 5 science wordsedimentoThe river left a layer of sediment along its banks.
383fossilnounGrade 5 science wordfósilThe rock contained a fossil of a small shell.
384glaciernounGrade 5 science word1. glaciar 2. heleroThe glacier carved a wide valley as it moved.
385earthquakenounGrade 5 science word1. terremoto 2. seísmoThe earthquake damaged buildings near the fault.
386faultnounGrade 5 science wordfaltaPressure built along the fault before the earthquake.
387tectonicadjectiveGrade 5 science wordtectónicoTectonic plates move only a few centimeters each year.
388volcanonounGrade 5 science wordvolcánThe volcano released steam from its summit.
389canyonnounGrade 5 science word1. cañón 2. barranca 3. cañadónThe river flows along the bottom of the canyon.
390plateaunounGrade 5 science word1. meseta 2. altiplano 3. altiplanicieThe village sits on a plateau above the valley.
391deltanounGrade 5 science worddeltaThe river formed a fertile delta beside the sea.
392basinnounGrade 5 science wordcuencaRain from the entire basin flows toward the main river.
393renewableadjectiveGrade 5 science wordrenovableSunlight is a renewable source of energy.
394nonrenewableadjectiveGrade 5 science wordno renovableCoal is a nonrenewable resource.
395conservationnounGrade 5 science word1. conservación 2. criamientoWater conservation becomes especially important during drought.
396pollutionnounGrade 5 science word1. polución 2. contaminaciónAir pollution can make breathing difficult.
397environmentnounGrade 5 science word1. medioambiente 2. medio ambiente 3. naturalezaPlastic waste harms the ocean environment.
398recycleverbGrade 5 science wordreciclarThe factory can recycle old glass into new bottles.
399biodegradableadjectiveGrade 5 science wordbiodegradableLeaves are biodegradable and can become compost.
400sustainableadjectiveGrade 5 science word1. sostenible 2. sustentableThe farm uses sustainable methods to protect the soil.

Water in the Air

Reading practice for pages 16–18. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

Warm water raises the humidity inside a sealed jar. Water vapor enters the cooler upper atmosphere of the jar, where condensation forms droplets. When the drops fall like precipitation, they strike a sugar cube and slowly model weathering.

Spanish translation

A reviewed translation is not available for this passage yet.

Reading comprehension

1. What raises the humidity?

Warm water raises the humidity.

2. Where does condensation form?

Condensation forms near the cooler top of the jar.

3. What process does the sugar cube model?

The sugar cube models weathering.

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Vocabulary page 17
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
401agriculturenounGrade 5 science wordagriculturaAgriculture provides food and materials for communities.
402irrigationnounGrade 5 science word1. riego 2. irrigaciónDrip irrigation carries water directly to plant roots.
403fractionnounGrade 5 mathematics wordfracciónThe shaded fraction of the circle is three fourths.
404decimalnounGrade 5 mathematics worddecimalThe decimal 0.5 represents one half.
405percentagenounGrade 5 mathematics wordporcentajeThe percentage of blue marbles is sixty because sixty out of every hundred are blue.
406rationounGrade 5 mathematics wordrelaciónThe ratio of red beads to blue beads is two to three.
407proportionnounGrade 5 mathematics wordproporciónWe used a proportion to find the missing map distance.
408numeratornounGrade 5 mathematics wordnumeradorIn three fifths, three is the numerator.
409denominatornounGrade 5 mathematics worddenominadorIn three fifths, five is the denominator.
410productnounGrade 5 mathematics wordproductoThe product of six and seven is forty-two.
411quotientnounGrade 5 mathematics word1. cociente 2. cuocienteThe quotient of forty and eight is five.
412remaindernounGrade 5 mathematics word1. resto 2. residuoSeventeen divided by five has a remainder of two.
413multiplenounGrade 5 mathematics word1. múltiplo 2. múltipleThirty is a multiple of both five and six.
414primeadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordprimoSeven is a prime number because only one and seven divide it evenly.
415compositeadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordcompuestoTwelve is a composite number with several factor pairs.
416divisibleadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics worddivisibleThirty-six is divisible by nine.
417divisornounGrade 5 mathematics worddivisorIn twenty divided by four, four is the divisor.
418exponentnounGrade 5 mathematics wordexponenteIn three squared, the exponent is two.
419squaredadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordcuadriculadoFive squared equals twenty-five.
420cubedadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordal cuboTwo cubed equals eight.
421operationnounGrade 5 mathematics wordoperaciónChoose the correct operation before solving the problem.
422expressionnounGrade 5 mathematics wordexpresiónThe expression six plus four has a value of ten.
423coordinatenounGrade 5 mathematics wordcoordenadaThe first coordinate tells how far to move horizontally.
424axisnounGrade 5 mathematics wordejeThe horizontal axis shows time in minutes.
425graphnounGrade 5 mathematics wordgrafoThe graph shows how temperature changed during the day.

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Vocabulary page 18
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
426orderedadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordordenadoAn ordered pair lists the horizontal coordinate first.
427quadrantnounGrade 5 mathematics wordcuadranteThe point is located in the first quadrant.
428polygonnounGrade 5 mathematics wordpolígonoA hexagon is a polygon with six sides.
429anglenounGrade 5 mathematics word1. esquina 2. rincónA right angle measures ninety degrees.
430vertexnounGrade 5 mathematics wordvérticeThe top vertex joins the triangle's two sloping sides.
431paralleladjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordparaleloOpposite sides of a rectangle are parallel.
432perpendicularadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordperpendicularThe vertical post is perpendicular to the ground.
433trianglenounGrade 5 mathematics wordtriánguloThe triangle has one right angle.
434rectanglenounGrade 5 mathematics wordrectánguloThe classroom floor forms a rectangle.
435rhombusnounGrade 5 mathematics wordromboThe tilted tile is a rhombus rather than a square.
436trapezoidnounGrade 5 mathematics wordtrapezoideThe bridge support forms a trapezoid.
437circumferencenounGrade 5 mathematics wordcircunferenciaWe wrapped string around the lid to measure its circumference.
438diameternounGrade 5 mathematics worddiámetroThe plate's diameter is twice its radius.
439radiusnounGrade 5 mathematics wordradioThe compass was set to a radius of five centimeters.
440areanounGrade 5 mathematics word1. área 2. superficieMultiply length by width to find a rectangle's area.
441perimeternounGrade 5 mathematics wordperímetroAdd all four side lengths to find the garden's perimeter.
442symmetrynounGrade 5 mathematics wordsimetríaThe butterfly's wings show approximate symmetry.
443mediannounGrade 5 mathematics word1. mediano 2. medianaThe median of three, five, and nine is five.
444modenounGrade 5 mathematics wordmodaThe mode of two, three, three, and five is three.
445rangenounGrade 5 mathematics word1. rango 2. alcance 3. abanicoThe range of four, seven, and twelve is eight.
446datanounGrade 5 mathematics worddatosWe recorded the rainfall data in a table.
447samplenounGrade 5 mathematics word1. muestra 2. ejemplarThe survey used a sample of fifty residents.
448probabilitynounGrade 5 mathematics wordprobabilidadThe probability of rolling an even number is one half.
449possibleadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordposibleRolling a six is possible with a standard number cube.
450impossibleadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics word1. imposible 2. inasumibleIt is impossible to roll a seven on a standard six-sided number cube.

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Vocabulary page 19
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
451eventnounGrade 5 mathematics word1. evento 2. sucesoDrawing a red marble is the event we are studying.
452estimatenounGrade 5 mathematics word1. presupuesto 2. estimaciónOur estimate placed the crowd at about five hundred people.
453governmentnounGrade 5 social studies wordgobiernoThe local government maintains roads and parks.
454democracynounGrade 5 social studies worddemocraciaIn a democracy, citizens vote in elections.
455republicnounGrade 5 social studies wordrepúblicaThe constitution established the nation as a republic.
456constitutionnounGrade 5 social studies word1. constitución 2. constitucionesThe constitution describes the powers of each branch.
457citizennounGrade 5 social studies word1. ciudadano 2. ciudadanaEvery citizen may contact elected representatives.
458citizenshipnounGrade 5 social studies wordciudadaníaResponsible citizenship includes learning about public issues.
459rightsnounGrade 5 social studies wordderechosThe law protects the rights of every voter.
460dutynounGrade 5 social studies word1. deber 2. obligación 3. cometidoServing on a jury can be a citizen's duty.
461justicenounGrade 5 social studies word1. justicia 2. justedad 3. justezaThe court seeks justice by examining evidence carefully.
462authoritynounGrade 5 social studies word1. autoridad 2. prestigioThe city council has authority over local zoning.
463legislaturenounGrade 5 social studies wordlegislaturaThe state legislature debated the education bill.
464executiveadjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordejecutivoThe executive branch enforces federal laws.
465judicialadjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordjudicialThe judicial branch decides how laws apply to cases.
466congressnounGrade 5 social studies wordcongresoCongress considered a bill about national parks.
467courtnounGrade 5 social studies word1. corte 2. tribunal 3. juzgadoThe court listened to witnesses before reaching a decision.
468amendmentnounGrade 5 social studies word1. enmienda 2. enmendadura 3. enmendamientoThe amendment added a new protection to the constitution.
469federaladjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordfederalFederal law applies throughout the country.
470regionaladjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordregionalThe regional train connects several nearby cities.
471municipaladjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordmunicipalThe municipal library is funded by the city.
472policynounGrade 5 social studies word1. política 2. normaThe school adopted a policy for reducing food waste.
473economynounGrade 5 social studies wordeconomíaTourism supports the island's economy.
474economicadjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordeconómicoThe new harbor created economic opportunities.
475tradenounGrade 5 social studies word1. trueque 2. transa 3. comercioRiver routes allowed trade between distant communities.

Estimating an Election

Reading practice for pages 19–20. Five relevant words are highlighted.

English reading

A mock election is the final event in civics week. Students estimate the turnout before voting for representatives. The activity shows how democracy works in a republic, where citizens choose people to serve in government.

Spanish translation

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Reading comprehension

1. What event ends civics week?

A mock election ends civics week.

2. What do students estimate?

They estimate voter turnout.

3. How are democracy and a republic connected?

Citizens in the republic elect representatives to government.

Page 20: words 476–500

Vocabulary page 20
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
476commercenounGrade 5 social studies wordcomercioThe port became a center of international commerce.
477importverbGrade 5 social studies wordimportarThe country must import fruit during the cold season.
478exportverbGrade 5 social studies wordexportarLocal farms export coffee to markets overseas.
479supplynounGrade 5 social studies word1. abastecer 2. abastar 3. suministrarHeavy rain increased the city's water supply.
480demandnounGrade 5 social studies word1. demanda 2. demanda económicaDemand for warm coats rises in winter.
481scarcitynounGrade 5 social studies word1. escasez 2. penuria 3. carestíaWater scarcity forced the town to limit outdoor use.
482budgetnounGrade 5 social studies word1. presupuestar 2. presupuestoThe club created a budget before ordering supplies.
483incomenounGrade 5 social studies word1. ingreso 2. renta 3. ingresosPart of her summer income went into savings.
484expensenounGrade 5 social studies word1. gasto 2. expensas 3. dispendioRent was the family's largest monthly expense.
485profitnounGrade 5 social studies word1. beneficio 2. ganancia 3. provechoThe bakery used its profit to buy a larger oven.
486goodsnounGrade 5 social studies word1. géneros 2. bienesThe train carried goods from inland factories to the port.
487servicenounGrade 5 social studies word1. servicear 2. serviciar 3. servicioBus transportation is a public service.
488currencynounGrade 5 social studies word1. moneda 2. divisaTravelers exchanged their currency before the trip.
489taxnounGrade 5 social studies word1. impuesto 2. tasa 3. gabelaThe sales tax helps fund local services.
490labornounGrade 5 social studies wordlaborBuilding the stone wall required many hours of labor.
491industrynounGrade 5 social studies wordindustriaFishing is an important industry in the coastal region.
492entrepreneurnounGrade 5 social studies word1. emprendedor 2. emprendedor comercial 3. comercianteThe young entrepreneur opened a bicycle repair shop.
493colonynounGrade 5 social studies wordcoloniaThe distant colony sent raw materials to the ruling nation.
494colonistnounGrade 5 social studies word1. colono 2. colona 3. colonizadorEach colonist had to build shelter before winter.
495settlementnounGrade 5 social studies word1. asentamiento 2. poblaciónThe settlement grew beside a reliable water source.
496independencenounGrade 5 social studies word1. independencia 2. autonomíaThe nation declared independence after years of conflict.
497revolutionnounGrade 5 social studies wordrevoluciónThe revolution ended the monarch's rule.
498treatynounGrade 5 social studies wordtratadoThe treaty established a peaceful border.
499alliancenounGrade 5 social studies wordalianzaThe two nations formed an alliance for mutual defense.
500territorynounGrade 5 social studies wordterritorioThe map shows the territory governed by the northern kingdom.

Sources and curriculum references

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