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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 wordaccomplirCareful planning helped the volunteers accomplish their goal before sunset.
2achievementnounGrade 5 academic word1. accomplissement 2. réalisationFinishing her first long novel was a proud achievement for Lena.
3adaptverbGrade 5 academic words'adapterDesert plants adapt to dry conditions by storing water.
4adequateadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordadéquatThe hikers carried an adequate supply of water for the afternoon.
5allocateverbGrade 5 academic wordallouerThe council will allocate part of the budget to playground repairs.
6alternateverbGrade 5 academic wordalternerWe alternate between reading silently and discussing the chapter.
7anticipateverbGrade 5 academic word1. anticiper 2. prévoirFarmers anticipate frost when the temperature drops sharply.
8appealnounGrade 5 academic word1. attrait 2. appelThe mystery's unexpected ending added to its appeal.
9assignverbGrade 5 academic wordassignerThe director will assign each actor a role in the play.
10categorynounGrade 5 academic wordcatégoriePlace each rock in a category based on how it formed.
11combineverbGrade 5 academic wordcombinerWe combine flour and water to make the dough.
12complexadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordcomplexeThe complex machine uses dozens of gears to keep time.
13conceptnounGrade 5 academic word1. concept 2. notionThe model helped us understand the concept of gravity.
14consequencenounGrade 5 academic wordconséquenceOne consequence of the drought was a smaller wheat harvest.
15constructverbGrade 5 academic wordconstruireThe engineers will construct a footbridge across the creek.
16contrastverbGrade 5 academic word1. contraste 2. contrasterThe essay will contrast life in a village with life in a large city.
17deliberateadjectiveGrade 5 academic worddélibéréHer deliberate choice of strong evidence improved the argument.
18dependableadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordfiableThe dependable bus arrives at the same time each morning.
19determineverbGrade 5 academic worddéterminerThe test will determine whether the water is safe to drink.
20distinguishverbGrade 5 academic word1. distinguer 2. différencierThe field guide helps readers distinguish hawks from falcons.
21diverseadjectiveGrade 5 academic worddiversifiéA diverse forest contains plants of many sizes and species.
22efficientadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. efficace 2. efficientThe efficient oven uses less electricity while cooking food evenly.
23elaborateadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordélaborerThe parade featured an elaborate float covered with paper flowers.
24encounterverbGrade 5 academic word1. rencontrer 2. rencontreHikers may encounter deer near the meadow at dawn.
25establishverbGrade 5 academic word1. établir 2. instaurer 3. affermirResidents 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.

French 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 wordévaluerThe judges evaluate each design for strength and originality.
27expandverbGrade 5 academic wordagrandirThe writer will expand the final paragraph with another example.
28expectationnounGrade 5 academic wordattenteOur expectation of clear skies changed when thunder began.
29factornounGrade 5 academic word1. facteur 2. agentDaily sunlight is an important factor in plant growth.
30functionnounGrade 5 academic wordfonctionThe roots' main function is to absorb water and anchor the plant.
31illustrateverbGrade 5 academic wordillustrerThe diagram will illustrate how water moves through the cycle.
32inferverbGrade 5 academic word1. déduire 2. inférerFrom the wet paw prints, we infer that the dog entered through the kitchen.
33interpretverbGrade 5 academic wordinterpréterStudents interpret the graph by comparing the heights of its bars.
34majoritynounGrade 5 academic wordmajoritéA majority of the class voted for the outdoor activity.
35motivateverbGrade 5 academic wordmotiverA clear goal can motivate a team to keep practicing.
36perspectivenounGrade 5 academic wordperspectiveThe diary presents the voyage from a young sailor's perspective.
37procedurenounGrade 5 academic wordprocédureFollow the safety procedure before starting the experiment.
38reactionnounGrade 5 academic wordréactionMaya's surprised reaction showed that she had not expected the gift.
39referverbGrade 5 academic word1. référer 2. renvoyerThe directions refer readers to the map on the next page.
40sequencenounGrade 5 academic word1. suite 2. séquencePut the pictures in sequence from seed to flowering plant.
41significantadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordsignificatifThe discovery was significant because it changed what scientists understood.
42sufficientadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordsuffisantOne flashlight provided sufficient light for the small tent.
43supportiveadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordd'un grand soutienHer supportive teammates cheered after every attempt.
44surroundingsnounGrade 5 academic word1. environnement 2. voisinageThe owl's brown feathers blend with its woodland surroundings.
45tendencynounGrade 5 academic wordtendanceThe river has a tendency to rise after several days of rain.
46approximateadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordapproximatifThe approximate distance to the lake is three kilometers.
47confidentadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. assuré 2. confiant 3. sûrAfter rehearsing, Amir felt confident about giving his speech.
48reliableadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. fiable 2. sûrWe used a reliable weather source before planning the trip.
49requireverbGrade 5 academic word1. demander 2. nécessiter 3. requérirThe recipe will require two cups of chopped apples.
50strategynounGrade 5 academic wordstratégieChecking 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. supprimerThe town voted to abolish the outdated parking rule.
52absurdadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordabsurdeThe absurd rumor claimed that the tiny pond contained a whale.
53accessnounGrade 5 academic word1. accéder 2. avoir accès 3. accèsA library card gives residents access to online books.
54aggressiveadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordagressifThe aggressive goose hissed and charged toward the fence.
55altitudenounGrade 5 academic wordaltitudeThe air becomes thinner as altitude increases.
56antagonistnounGrade 5 academic wordantagonisteIn the novel, the dishonest captain is the antagonist.
57antonymnounGrade 5 academic wordantonymeThe word “scarce” is an antonym of “abundant.”
58anxiousadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordanxieuxDev felt anxious while waiting for news about the missing dog.
59aromanounGrade 5 academic word1. arôme 2. parfumThe warm bread filled the kitchen with a sweet aroma.
60astoundverbGrade 5 academic word1. stupéfier 2. ébahir 3. étonnerThe magician's final illusion will astound the audience.
61avalanchenounGrade 5 academic wordavalancheThe avalanche blocked the road through the mountain pass.
62banquetnounGrade 5 academic word1. banquet 2. festinThe community held a banquet to honor the rescue workers.
63beveragenounGrade 5 academic word1. boisson 2. breuvageTea was the warm beverage served after the winter walk.
64blandadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordfadeThe soup tasted bland until we added herbs.
65blizzardnounGrade 5 academic wordblizzardThe blizzard buried the road beneath deep snow.
66bungleverbGrade 5 academic word1. rater 2. foirerRushing may cause us to bungle the final measurements.
67cautiouslyadverbGrade 5 academic wordprécautionneusementThe fox stepped cautiously onto the frozen pond.
68companionnounGrade 5 academic word1. compagnon 2. compagneThe guide's faithful dog was his companion on every hike.
69compassionnounGrade 5 academic wordcompassionNeighbors showed compassion by bringing meals to the injured family.
70compensateverbGrade 5 academic wordcompenserThe store will compensate customers for the damaged goods.
71complyverbGrade 5 academic word1. se conformer 2. respecter 3. acquiescerCyclists must comply with the trail's safety signs.
72composeverbGrade 5 academic wordcomposerJada will compose a short melody for the school play.
73convertverbGrade 5 academic wordconvertirSolar panels convert sunlight into electrical energy.
74courteousadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. courtois 2. poliThe courteous visitor waited until the speaker finished.
75debatenounGrade 5 academic word1. discussion 2. débatThe 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. décliner 2. péricliterThe frog population may decline if the pond dries up.
77dedicateverbGrade 5 academic word1. inaugurer 2. consacrer 3. vouerThe volunteers dedicate each Saturday to restoring the trail.
78depriveverbGrade 5 academic wordpriverClouds can deprive young plants of necessary sunlight.
79detectverbGrade 5 academic word1. déceler 2. détecterThe alarm can detect smoke before flames appear.
80dictateverbGrade 5 academic worddicterThe reporter will dictate notes to an assistant by phone.
81documentverbGrade 5 academic worddocumenterScientists document each bird sighting in a field journal.
82duplicateverbGrade 5 academic word1. copier 2. dupliquerThe printer can duplicate the photograph in seconds.
83edibleadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. comestible 2. mangeableOnly some of the berries in this forest are edible.
84escalateverbGrade 5 academic wordintensifierA small disagreement can escalate when no one listens.
85evadeverbGrade 5 academic words'évaderThe quick rabbit tried to evade the circling hawk.
86exasperateverbGrade 5 academic wordexaspérerRepeated interruptions can exasperate a patient speaker.
87excavateverbGrade 5 academic wordexcaverArchaeologists excavate the site with small tools and brushes.
88exertverbGrade 5 academic wordexercerClimbers must exert extra force on the steep slope.
89exhibitverbGrade 5 academic word1. exposition 2. exposerThe museum will exhibit tools from the early settlement.
90exultverbGrade 5 academic wordexulterFans began to exult when the final goal secured the victory.
91feebleadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordfaibleA feeble beam of light shone through the dusty window.
92frigidadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordfrigideFrigid air froze the puddles overnight.
93giganticadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. gigantesque 2. colossalA gigantic whale surfaced beside the research boat.
94gorgenounGrade 5 academic wordgorgeThe river flows through a rocky gorge.
95guardiannounGrade 5 academic word1. tuteur 2. tutriceHer guardian signed the permission form for the trip.
96hazyadjectiveGrade 5 academic wordbrumeuxThe distant hills looked hazy through the morning fog.
97heartyadjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. copieux 2. cordialThe hikers ate a hearty stew after the long climb.
98homonymnounGrade 5 academic wordhomonyme“Bat” is a homonym because it can name an animal or a piece of sports equipment.
99identicaladjectiveGrade 5 academic word1. monozygote 2. monovulaire 3. mono-ovulaireThe two keys looked identical, but only one opened the door.
100illuminateverbGrade 5 academic wordilluminerA 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.

French 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 wordindépendantThe independent researcher planned and completed her own investigation.
102industriousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. industrieux 2. diligentThe industrious ants carried food back to their nest.
103intenseadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordintenseThe intense heat forced the runners to shorten their practice.
104interceptverbGrade 5 language and literature wordintercepterThe defender managed to intercept the pass.
105jubilationnounGrade 5 language and literature wordallégresseJubilation filled the stadium after the unexpected victory.
106kinnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. apparenté 2. parenté 3. prochesThe young wolf remained close to its kin.
107luxuriousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordluxueuxThe hotel offered a luxurious room overlooking the harbor.
108majoradjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. majeur 2. de taille 3. très importantRepairing the bridge was a major project for the town.
109miniatureadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordminiatureThe exhibit included a miniature model of the castle.
110minoradjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordmineurA minor scratch did not affect how the machine worked.
111mischiefnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. espièglerie 2. bêtiseThe puppy's mischief left muddy paw prints across the floor.
112monarchnounGrade 5 language and literature wordmonarqueThe 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 wordmytheThe ancient myth tells how the stars reached the sky.
115narratornounGrade 5 language and literature word1. narrateur 2. narratriceThe narrator knows what every character is thinking.
116navigateverbGrade 5 language and literature wordnaviguerSailors use charts and stars to navigate across the ocean.
117negativeadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. négatif 2. négativeThe critic gave a negative review of the confusing performance.
118nonchalantadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature worddécontractéRavi sounded nonchalant even though the contest result mattered to him.
119obsoleteadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. obsolète 2. désuetThe old machine became obsolete after digital equipment arrived.
120occasionnounGrade 5 language and literature wordoccasionThe family saved the decorated dishes for a special occasion.
121overthrowverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. renverser 2. déposerThe rebels hoped to overthrow the cruel ruler.
122pardonverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. gracier 2. pardonnerThe governor may pardon a prisoner after reviewing the case.
123pasturenounGrade 5 language and literature word1. pâture 2. pâturage 3. préThe horses grazed peacefully in the pasture.
124pedestriannounGrade 5 language and literature word1. piéton 2. piétonneThe driver stopped to let a pedestrian cross the street.
125perishverbGrade 5 language and literature wordpérirYoung 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 wordpétrifierThe sudden growl seemed to petrify the campers.
127portableadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. portable 2. portatifWe used a portable stove to cook at the campsite.
128prefixnounGrade 5 language and literature wordpréfixeThe prefix “un-” changes “certain” to “uncertain.”
129preserveverbGrade 5 language and literature wordpréserverThe archive works to preserve letters from the town's founders.
130protagonistnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. protagoniste 2. héros 3. héroïneThe protagonist must choose between safety and helping a friend.
131provideverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. fournir 2. procurerTall trees provide shade beside the playground.
132purchaseverbGrade 5 language and literature wordacheterThe club will purchase new art supplies with the fundraiser money.
133realisticadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordréalisteThe artist painted a realistic portrait of the old fisherman.
134reassureverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. rassurer 2. tranquilliserThe guide tried to reassure us that the trail was safe.
135reignnounGrade 5 language and literature wordrègneThe palace was expanded during the queen's reign.
136resembleverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. ressembler à 2. ressembler 3. rejoindreThe cloud seemed to resemble a sailing ship.
137retainverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. retenir 2. conserver 3. maintenirDark soil can retain water longer than sand.
138retireverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. se retirer 2. prendre sa retraite 3. retirerThe librarian plans to retire after forty years of service.
139revertverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. retourner 2. redevenir 3. retomberWithout maintenance, the garden may revert to an overgrown field.
140routenounGrade 5 language and literature worditinéraireThe map shows the safest route across the mountains.
141saunterverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. flânerie 2. flânerWe watched the peacock saunter across the courtyard.
142seldomadverbGrade 5 language and literature wordrarementSnow seldom falls in this warm coastal town.
143senselessadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordabsurdeDamaging the new playground would be a senseless act.
144seververbGrade 5 language and literature word1. rompre 2. trancher 3. sectionnerThe storm may sever weak branches from the tree.
145slitherverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. glisser 2. se faufilerA green snake began to slither through the grass.
146sluggishadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. faiblard 2. naze 3. poussifThe lizard seemed sluggish in the cool morning air.
147soarverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. grimper en flèche 2. monter en flèche 3. s'élancerThe eagle began to soar above the canyon.
148solitaryadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. solitaire 2. seulA solitary lighthouse stood on the rocky island.
149solonounGrade 5 language and literature wordsoloMina practiced her violin solo for the concert.
150sparseadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. clairsemé 2. éparsOnly 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 wordgiclerWater began to spurt from the cracked pipe.
152suffixnounGrade 5 language and literature wordsuffixeThe suffix “-less” changes “hope” into “hopeless.”
153suffocateverbGrade 5 language and literature wordétoufferSmoke can suffocate people inside a closed room.
154summitnounGrade 5 language and literature wordsommetThe climbers reached the summit before noon.
155suspendverbGrade 5 language and literature wordsuspendreWorkers suspend the bridge deck from thick steel cables.
156synonymnounGrade 5 language and literature wordsynonyme“Rapid” is a synonym for “quick.”
157talonnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. serre 2. griffeThe hawk gripped the branch with each curved talon.
158tauntverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. sarcasme 2. narguerIt is unkind to taunt a player who misses a shot.
159thriftyadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordéconomeThe thrifty cook turned leftover vegetables into soup.
160translateverbGrade 5 language and literature wordtraduireStudents 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 word1. visible 2. perceptibleThe lighthouse became visible when the fog lifted.
163visualadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordvisuelA visual chart made the instructions easier to follow.
164vividadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordvivideThe author used vivid details to describe the storm.
165wildernessnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. nature sauvage 2. région sauvage 3. contrée sauvageThe protected wilderness contains forests, rivers, and mountains.
166withdrawverbGrade 5 language and literature wordretirerThe injured runner had to withdraw from the race.
167crucialadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordcrucialClean water is crucial to every community's health.
168emergeverbGrade 5 language and literature wordémergerA butterfly will emerge from the chrysalis.
169overcomeverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. surmonter 2. vaincre 3. envahirWith practice, Jayla began to overcome her fear of speaking.
170perplexverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. déconcerter 2. troubler 3. dérouterThe puzzle's missing clue continued to perplex the detectives.
171beckonverbGrade 5 language and literature wordfaire signeThe guide raised one hand to beckon us toward the entrance.
172bestowverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. accorder 2. conférer 3. décernerThe mayor will bestow a medal on the brave rescuer.
173intentlyadverbGrade 5 language and literature wordattentivementThe fox watched intently as the mouse crossed the field.
174solemnadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordsolennelThe crowd remained solemn during the memorial ceremony.
175culturenounGrade 5 language and literature wordcultureMusic 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.

French 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 wordenragerCheating in the final match would infuriate the other players.
177populationnounGrade 5 language and literature wordpopulationThe island's seabird population increased after nesting areas were protected.
178resourcenounGrade 5 language and literature wordressourceThe encyclopedia is a valuable resource for the research project.
179thriveverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. prospérer 2. s'épanouirTomato plants thrive in warm sunlight.
180assureverbGrade 5 language and literature wordassurerThe coach tried to assure the team that their preparation was strong.
181comprehendverbGrade 5 language and literature wordcomprendreThe timeline helped us comprehend the order of historical events.
182exaggerateverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. exagérer 2. outrerDo not exaggerate the size of the fish you caught.
183ignorantadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordignorantWe were ignorant of the trail closure until we saw the sign.
184trialnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. épreuve 2. procèsSurviving three nights in the storm was a severe trial.
185summonverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. convoquer 2. convierThe captain will summon the crew when the ship is ready.
186tolerateverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. tolérer 2. supporter 3. souffrirThese plants can tolerate a few nights of cold weather.
187vagueadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordvagueThe vague directions did not explain which road to take.
188blurtverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. lâcher 2. laisser échapperNina tried not to blurt the surprise before the party.
189criticizeverbGrade 5 language and literature wordcritiquerA helpful reviewer can criticize the argument without insulting the writer.
190flimsyadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. fragile 2. frêle 3. faibleThe 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 wordcopierThe parrot can mimic the sound of a ringing phone.
193ridiculeverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. ridiculiser 2. tourner en dérision 3. tourner en ridiculeNo student should ridicule another person's accent.
194traitnounGrade 5 language and literature wordtraitPatience is a useful trait for a careful scientist.
195utterverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. émettre 2. proférer 3. prononcerThe startled child could barely utter a word.
196adjustverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. ajuster 2. réglerPlease adjust the microscope until the image is clear.
197approveverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. approuver 2. validerThe committee must approve the plan before construction begins.
198conductverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. conduire 2. mener 3. se comporterResearchers will conduct a survey about recycling habits.
199conflictnounGrade 5 language and literature wordconflitThe characters resolve their conflict by speaking honestly.
200equivalentadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordéquivalentTwo 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. affirmation 2. demande 3. réclamationThe writer supports each claim with facts from reliable sources.
204contextnounGrade 5 language and literature wordcontexteThe context shows that “bank” refers to the side of a river.
205debrisnounGrade 5 language and literature worddébrisWorkers cleared storm debris from the road.
206eerieadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. craintif 2. timide 3. peureuxAn eerie howl echoed through the empty valley.
207graphicadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordgraphiqueThe graphic novel combines dialogue with illustrated panels.
208investigateverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. enquêter 2. rechercherDetectives investigate the footprints beside the broken window.
209irregularadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordirrégulierThe stone has an irregular shape with five uneven sides.
210rustleverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. froufrouter 2. bruireA rabbit made the grass rustle beside the path.
211scrawnyadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. famélique 2. maigrichonThe scrawny kitten grew stronger after several weeks of care.
212wagenounGrade 5 language and literature wordsalaireThe farm pays each worker an hourly wage.
213affectverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. affecter 2. toucherA long drought can affect the price of vegetables.
214despairnounGrade 5 language and literature worddésespoirThe stranded sailors felt despair when the radio stopped working.
215externaladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordexterneThe turtle's external shell protects its body.
216gleamverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. miroitement 2. rayon 3. refletWet stones gleam in the morning sun.
217internaladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordinterneThe mechanic inspected the engine's internal parts.
218perilnounGrade 5 language and literature word1. péril 2. risqueThe climbers faced peril when the ice began to crack.
219restrictverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. restreindre 2. limiterPark rules restrict campfires during dry weather.
220secureverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. sûr 2. sécuriserUse strong rope to secure the canoe to the dock.
221summarynounGrade 5 language and literature word1. résumé 2. sommaire 3. compte renduHer summary included the article's central point and key evidence.
222coaxverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. cajoler 2. amadouerWe used a treat to coax the frightened dog out from under the porch.
223enhanceverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. améliorer 2. accroître 3. augmenterA labeled map can enhance the report.
224familiaradjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordfamilierThe familiar song reminded him of summer camp.
225ferociousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordféroceFerocious 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 word1. sombre 2. troubleThe pond water became murky after the storm.
227restrainverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. retenir 2. réprimer 3. restreindreA leash helps restrain a dog near a busy road.
228sorrowfuladjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. triste 2. douloureuxThe sorrowful ending left many readers in tears.
229sympathynounGrade 5 language and literature word1. compassion 2. sympathie 3. condoléanceWe expressed sympathy to the family after their loss.
230grimadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature word1. sinistre 2. sombreThe rescue team faced grim conditions in the flooded valley.
231eruptverbGrade 5 language and literature wordentrer en éruptionA volcano may erupt after pressure builds below the surface.
232insistverbGrade 5 language and literature wordinsisterThe guide will insist that everyone wear a helmet.
233sneerverbGrade 5 language and literature wordricanerThe villain began to sneer at the hero's simple plan.
234tuftnounGrade 5 language and literature wordtouffeA white tuft of fur clung to the fence.
235unravelverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. démêler 2. dénouer 3. effilerThe detective used the diary to unravel the mystery.
236enviousadjectiveGrade 5 language and literature wordenvieuxLeo felt envious of his friend's new bicycle.
237influencenounGrade 5 language and literature wordinfluenceThe coach's encouragement had a positive influence on the team.
238prohibitverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. interdire 2. prohiberThe signs prohibit swimming near the waterfall.
239pryverbGrade 5 language and literature word1. fouiller 2. fureter 3. s'immiscerWe used a flat tool to pry the lid from the paint can.
240regretverbGrade 5 language and literature wordregretterI regret leaving the seedlings outside during the frost.
241wringverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordessorerWring the wet cloth over the sink before hanging it.
242confideverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordfaire confianceMara chose to confide her worry to a close friend.
243dreadverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. crainte 2. craindre 3. redouterSome passengers dread flying during storms.
244glimpsenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordaperçuWe caught a glimpse of the fox before it vanished.
245glistenverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordreluireDrops of rain glisten on the spiderweb.
246isolateverbGrade 5 social-emotional word1. isoler 2. esseulerScientists isolate the sick plant to protect the healthy ones.
247optionnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. choix 2. possibilité 3. optionTaking the bus is an option when the road is icy.
248smirkverbGrade 5 social-emotional wordricanerThe bully began to smirk after hiding the missing notebook.
249affectionnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordaffectionThe dog showed affection by resting its head on Mina's knee.
250empathynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordempathieReading 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.

French 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 wordintégritéReturning the extra change showed Carlos's integrity.
252patiencenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordpatienceGrowing a garden requires patience because seeds develop slowly.
253responsibilitynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordresponsabilitéFeeding the class fish is Hana's responsibility this week.
254cooperationnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordcoopérationThe heavy table was moved safely through cooperation.
255determinationnounGrade 5 social-emotional worddéterminationHer determination helped her finish the steep climb.
256curiositynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordcuriositéCuriosity led the children to examine the unusual shell.
257fairnessnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordjusticeThe referee's fairness earned respect from both teams.
258loyaltynounGrade 5 social-emotional wordloyautéThe guide praised the dog's loyalty to its owner.
259gratitudenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordgratitudeWe wrote notes of gratitude to the volunteers.
260tolerancenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordtoléranceA respectful community practices tolerance toward different traditions.
261perseverancenounGrade 5 social-emotional wordpersévéranceSolving the complicated puzzle required perseverance.
262frustrationnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordfrustrationRepeated computer errors caused understandable frustration.
263disappointmentnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. déception 2. désappointementThe canceled trip brought disappointment to the campers.
264enthusiasmnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. enthousiasme 2. passionHer enthusiasm for astronomy inspired the whole club.
265embarrassmentnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordembarrasHe laughed at his embarrassment after realizing his shirt was backward.
266hesitationnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordhésitationAfter a moment of hesitation, Priya stepped onto the stage.
267jealousynounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. jalousie 2. envie 3. convoitiseJealousy made the character ignore her friend's success.
268lonelinessnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordsolitudeJoining the club helped ease his loneliness.
269reliefnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordsoulagementWe felt relief when the lost hikers returned safely.
270resentmentnounGrade 5 social-emotional word1. ressentiment 2. agacement 3. rancuneUnequal chores created resentment between the roommates.
271satisfactionnounGrade 5 social-emotional wordsatisfactionCompleting the mural gave the artists great satisfaction.
272considerateadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. attentionné 2. attentif 3. prévenantIt was considerate of Mae to lower her voice near the sleeping baby.
273courageousadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordcourageuxThe courageous witness told the truth despite feeling afraid.
274deceitfuladjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. trompeur 2. tricheurThe deceitful merchant hid the crack beneath a label.
275determinedadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. déterminé 2. résoluThe 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 wordmalhonnêteThe dishonest player secretly changed the score.
277enthusiasticadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordenthousiasteThe enthusiastic volunteers arrived early with extra supplies.
278impatientadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordimpatientThe impatient customer kept checking the clock.
279respectfuladjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordrespectueuxA respectful listener does not interrupt.
280selfishadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordégoïsteThe selfish character kept all the food for himself.
281thoughtfuladjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordréfléchiHer thoughtful question helped the speaker explain the issue.
282cautiousadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordprudentThe cautious climber tested each handhold.
283cooperativeadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordcoopératifThe cooperative group divided the research tasks fairly.
284decisiveadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional worddécisifThe decisive captain changed course before the storm arrived.
285devotedadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional worddévouéThe devoted nurse checked on every patient.
286embarrassedadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. embarrassé 2. gênéKai felt embarrassed after calling the teacher by the wrong name.
287encouragingadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordencourageantThe coach's encouraging words helped the team recover.
288forgivingadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. indulgent 2. indulgenteHer forgiving response allowed the friends to begin again.
289resourcefuladjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. débrouillard 2. futéThe resourceful campers repaired the strap with cord and tape.
290selflessadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. altruiste 2. dévouéThe selfless volunteer gave her seat to the tired passenger.
291trustworthyadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. fiable 2. de confiance 3. digne de confianceA trustworthy guide admits when a route is uncertain.
292politeadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordpoliThe polite guest thanked the host before leaving.
293arrogantadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. arrogant 2. orgueilleuxThe arrogant champion refused to congratulate the other team.
294compassionateadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordcompatissantThe compassionate doctor listened carefully to the frightened child.
295demandingadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. éprouvant 2. exigeantTraining for the long race was demanding.
296gloomyadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. lugubre 2. maussade 3. mélancoliqueThe gray sky gave the empty street a gloomy appearance.
297guiltyadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordcoupableThe guilty child admitted breaking the vase.
298jealousadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. jaloux 2. jalouseNia felt jealous when her friend won the solo.
299miserableadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordmisérableThe soaked hikers felt miserable in the cold wind.
300optimisticadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordoptimisteThe 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 wordpessimisteThe pessimistic sailor doubted that the wind would improve.
302reluctantadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional word1. réticent 2. rétif 3. récalcitrantThe reluctant puppy stopped at the edge of the water.
303sincereadjectiveGrade 5 social-emotional wordsincèreHer sincere apology helped repair the friendship.
304adaptationnounGrade 5 science wordadaptationA camel's ability to conserve water is an adaptation to desert life.
305organismnounGrade 5 science wordorganismeEvery organism in the pond depends on water.
306habitatnounGrade 5 science wordhabitatThe marsh provides a habitat for frogs and herons.
307ecosystemnounGrade 5 science wordécosystèmeRemoving one species can affect the entire ecosystem.
308speciesnounGrade 5 science wordespèceThe island supports a rare species of lizard.
309communitynounGrade 5 science wordcommunautéThe reef community includes coral, fish, and algae.
310consumernounGrade 5 science word1. consommateur 2. consommatriceA rabbit is a consumer that feeds on plants.
311decomposernounGrade 5 science worddécomposeurA mushroom acts as a decomposer on the forest floor.
312producernounGrade 5 science word1. producteur 2. productriceGrass is a producer that uses sunlight to make food.
313nutrientnounGrade 5 science wordnutrimentIron is a nutrient that helps blood carry oxygen.
314photosynthesisnounGrade 5 science wordphotosynthèseDuring photosynthesis, leaves release oxygen.
315respirationnounGrade 5 science wordrespirationCellular respiration provides energy for growth and movement.
316germinationnounGrade 5 science wordgerminationWarm soil and water encourage germination.
317pollinationnounGrade 5 science wordpollinisationBees help with pollination as they visit flowers.
318reproductionnounGrade 5 science wordreproductionFlowering plants use seeds for reproduction.
319inheritedadjectiveGrade 5 science wordhéritéEye color is an inherited trait.
320instinctnounGrade 5 science wordinstinctMigration is an instinct in many bird species.
321behaviornounGrade 5 science word1. comportement 2. conduiteThe scientist recorded the penguin's feeding behavior.
322cellnounGrade 5 science wordcelluleA microscope can reveal the structure of a plant cell.
323tissuenounGrade 5 science wordtissuMuscle tissue contracts to move the body.
324organnounGrade 5 science wordorganeThe heart is an organ that pumps blood.
325systemnounGrade 5 science wordsystèmeThe 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.

French 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 wordsqueletteA whale's skeleton contains bones shaped like those in other mammals.
327musclenounGrade 5 science wordmuscleThe heart is a powerful muscle.
328circulationnounGrade 5 science wordcirculationExercise can increase blood circulation.
329digestionnounGrade 5 science worddigestionDigestion begins when food is chewed.
330microorganismnounGrade 5 science word1. microorganisme 2. micro-organismeSome kinds of microorganism help produce yogurt.
331bacterianounGrade 5 science wordbactérieHelpful bacteria live in healthy soil.
332virusnounGrade 5 science wordvirusA virus can spread through cough droplets.
333fungusnounGrade 5 science word1. fongus 2. champignonThe damp log was covered by a pale fungus.
334parasitenounGrade 5 science wordparasiteA tick is a parasite that feeds on an animal's blood.
335immunitynounGrade 5 science wordimmunitéVaccination can help the body develop immunity.
336vaccinenounGrade 5 science wordvaccinThe vaccine reduced the spread of the illness.
337infectionnounGrade 5 science wordinfectionThe doctor treated the cut to prevent infection.
338symptomnounGrade 5 science wordsymptômeA high fever can be a symptom of infection.
339treatmentnounGrade 5 science wordtraitementRest was part of the recommended treatment.
340recoververbGrade 5 science word1. récupérer 2. guérir 3. se remettreThe injured bird may recover after several weeks of care.
341contagiousadjectiveGrade 5 science wordcontagieuxThe contagious illness moved quickly through the crowded camp.
342hygienenounGrade 5 science wordhygièneGood hand hygiene helps prevent infection.
343moleculenounGrade 5 science wordmoléculeA water molecule contains hydrogen and oxygen atoms.
344atomnounGrade 5 science wordatomeAn atom contains a nucleus surrounded by electrons.
345elementnounGrade 5 science wordélémentOxygen is an element found in air and water.
346compoundnounGrade 5 science wordcomposéWater is a compound made from hydrogen and oxygen.
347mixturenounGrade 5 science word1. mélange 2. mixtureTrail mix is a mixture whose ingredients remain separate.
348dissolveverbGrade 5 science worddissoudreSalt will dissolve more quickly in warm water.
349chemicalnounGrade 5 science wordproduit chimiqueThe label identifies each chemical in the cleaning solution.
350mineralnounGrade 5 science word1. minéral 2. mineraiQuartz is a common mineral in Earth's crust.

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#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
351massnounGrade 5 science wordmasseThe balance measures the rock's mass in grams.
352volumenounGrade 5 science wordvolumeWe found the box's volume by multiplying its length, width, and height.
353densitynounGrade 5 science word1. masse volumique 2. densitéOil floats because its density is lower than water's.
354energynounGrade 5 science word1. énergie 2. courageFood provides energy for the body.
355forcenounGrade 5 science wordforceThe force of the kick sent the ball across the field.
356motionnounGrade 5 science wordmouvementThe camera recorded the cart's motion down the ramp.
357frictionnounGrade 5 science word1. friction 2. frottementFriction between the tires and road helps the bicycle stop.
358magnetismnounGrade 5 science wordmagnétismeMagnetism pulled the iron paper clips toward the bar.
359electricitynounGrade 5 science wordélectricitéThe wind turbine generates electricity.
360circuitnounGrade 5 science wordcircuitThe bulb lights when the circuit is closed.
361conductornounGrade 5 science wordconducteurCopper is a good conductor of electricity.
362insulatornounGrade 5 science word1. isolant 2. isolateur 3. isolationRubber is an insulator used around electric wires.
363reflectionnounGrade 5 science word1. réflexion 2. refletThe mirror formed an image through reflection.
364refractionnounGrade 5 science wordréfractionRefraction makes the straw appear bent in water.
365vibrationnounGrade 5 science wordvibrationThe string's vibration produces a musical sound.
366frequencynounGrade 5 science wordfréquenceA higher sound frequency produces a higher pitch.
367wavelengthnounGrade 5 science wordlongueur d'ondeRed light has a longer wavelength than violet light.
368spectrumnounGrade 5 science wordspectreA prism separates white light into a spectrum.
369transparentadjectiveGrade 5 science wordtransparentThe transparent glass revealed the fish inside the tank.
370translucentadjectiveGrade 5 science wordtranslucideThe translucent curtain softened the sunlight.
371opaqueadjectiveGrade 5 science wordopaqueThe opaque wall blocked all light from the next room.
372solidnounGrade 5 science wordsolideIce is the solid form of water.
373liquidnounGrade 5 science wordliquideA liquid takes the shape of its container.
374statenounGrade 5 science word1. état 2. EtatHeating can change water from a liquid state to a gas.
375evaporationnounGrade 5 science wordévaporationEvaporation slowly dried the puddle.

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Vocabulary page 16
#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
376condensationnounGrade 5 science wordcondensationCondensation formed droplets on the cold glass.
377precipitationnounGrade 5 science wordprécipitationThe forecast predicts heavy precipitation overnight.
378humiditynounGrade 5 science wordhumiditéHigh humidity made the warm day feel uncomfortable.
379atmospherenounGrade 5 science wordatmosphèreEarth's atmosphere contains the oxygen people breathe.
380weatheringnounGrade 5 science wordmétéorisationRepeated freezing and thawing cause weathering.
381erosionnounGrade 5 science wordérosionTree roots can slow erosion on a steep slope.
382sedimentnounGrade 5 science wordsédimentThe river left a layer of sediment along its banks.
383fossilnounGrade 5 science wordfossileThe rock contained a fossil of a small shell.
384glaciernounGrade 5 science wordglacierThe glacier carved a wide valley as it moved.
385earthquakenounGrade 5 science word1. tremblement de terre 2. séismeThe earthquake damaged buildings near the fault.
386faultnounGrade 5 science wordfautePressure built along the fault before the earthquake.
387tectonicadjectiveGrade 5 science wordtectoniqueTectonic plates move only a few centimeters each year.
388volcanonounGrade 5 science wordvolcanThe volcano released steam from its summit.
389canyonnounGrade 5 science word1. gorge 2. canyonThe river flows along the bottom of the canyon.
390plateaunounGrade 5 science wordplateauThe village sits on a plateau above the valley.
391deltanounGrade 5 science worddeltaThe river formed a fertile delta beside the sea.
392basinnounGrade 5 science wordbassinRain from the entire basin flows toward the main river.
393renewableadjectiveGrade 5 science wordrenouvelableSunlight is a renewable source of energy.
394nonrenewableadjectiveGrade 5 science wordnon renouvelableCoal is a nonrenewable resource.
395conservationnounGrade 5 science word1. défense 2. préservationWater conservation becomes especially important during drought.
396pollutionnounGrade 5 science wordpollutionAir pollution can make breathing difficult.
397environmentnounGrade 5 science wordenvironnementPlastic waste harms the ocean environment.
398recycleverbGrade 5 science wordrecyclerThe factory can recycle old glass into new bottles.
399biodegradableadjectiveGrade 5 science wordbiodégradableLeaves are biodegradable and can become compost.
400sustainableadjectiveGrade 5 science word1. viable 2. durable 3. soutenableThe 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.

French 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 wordagricultureAgriculture provides food and materials for communities.
402irrigationnounGrade 5 science wordirrigationDrip irrigation carries water directly to plant roots.
403fractionnounGrade 5 mathematics wordfractionThe shaded fraction of the circle is three fourths.
404decimalnounGrade 5 mathematics worddécimalThe decimal 0.5 represents one half.
405percentagenounGrade 5 mathematics wordpourcentageThe percentage of blue marbles is sixty because sixty out of every hundred are blue.
406rationounGrade 5 mathematics wordrapportThe ratio of red beads to blue beads is two to three.
407proportionnounGrade 5 mathematics wordproportionWe used a proportion to find the missing map distance.
408numeratornounGrade 5 mathematics wordnumérateurIn three fifths, three is the numerator.
409denominatornounGrade 5 mathematics worddénominateurIn three fifths, five is the denominator.
410productnounGrade 5 mathematics wordproduitThe product of six and seven is forty-two.
411quotientnounGrade 5 mathematics word1. quotient 2. rapportThe quotient of forty and eight is five.
412remaindernounGrade 5 mathematics wordresteSeventeen divided by five has a remainder of two.
413multiplenounGrade 5 mathematics wordmultipleThirty is a multiple of both five and six.
414primeadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordpremierSeven is a prime number because only one and seven divide it evenly.
415compositeadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics word1. combiné 2. composéTwelve is a composite number with several factor pairs.
416divisibleadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics worddivisibleThirty-six is divisible by nine.
417divisornounGrade 5 mathematics worddiviseurIn twenty divided by four, four is the divisor.
418exponentnounGrade 5 mathematics wordexposantIn three squared, the exponent is two.
419squaredadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordcarréFive squared equals twenty-five.
420cubedadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordau cubeTwo cubed equals eight.
421operationnounGrade 5 mathematics wordgestionChoose the correct operation before solving the problem.
422expressionnounGrade 5 mathematics wordexpressionThe expression six plus four has a value of ten.
423coordinatenounGrade 5 mathematics wordcoordonnéeThe first coordinate tells how far to move horizontally.
424axisnounGrade 5 mathematics wordaxeThe horizontal axis shows time in minutes.
425graphnounGrade 5 mathematics wordgrapheThe graph shows how temperature changed during the day.

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#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
426orderedadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordordonnéAn ordered pair lists the horizontal coordinate first.
427quadrantnounGrade 5 mathematics wordquadrantThe point is located in the first quadrant.
428polygonnounGrade 5 mathematics wordpolygoneA hexagon is a polygon with six sides.
429anglenounGrade 5 mathematics word1. angle 2. coinA right angle measures ninety degrees.
430vertexnounGrade 5 mathematics wordsommetThe top vertex joins the triangle's two sloping sides.
431paralleladjectiveGrade 5 mathematics word1. parallèle à 2. parallèleOpposite sides of a rectangle are parallel.
432perpendicularadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics word1. perpendiculaire 2. verticalThe vertical post is perpendicular to the ground.
433trianglenounGrade 5 mathematics wordtriangleThe triangle has one right angle.
434rectanglenounGrade 5 mathematics wordrectangleThe classroom floor forms a rectangle.
435rhombusnounGrade 5 mathematics word1. losange 2. rhombusThe tilted tile is a rhombus rather than a square.
436trapezoidnounGrade 5 mathematics wordtrapézoïdeThe bridge support forms a trapezoid.
437circumferencenounGrade 5 mathematics wordcirconférenceWe wrapped string around the lid to measure its circumference.
438diameternounGrade 5 mathematics worddiamètreThe plate's diameter is twice its radius.
439radiusnounGrade 5 mathematics word1. rayon 2. radiusThe compass was set to a radius of five centimeters.
440areanounGrade 5 mathematics word1. aire 2. superficieMultiply length by width to find a rectangle's area.
441perimeternounGrade 5 mathematics wordpérimètreAdd all four side lengths to find the garden's perimeter.
442symmetrynounGrade 5 mathematics wordsymétrieThe butterfly's wings show approximate symmetry.
443mediannounGrade 5 mathematics word1. médian 2. médianeThe median of three, five, and nine is five.
444modenounGrade 5 mathematics wordmodeThe mode of two, three, three, and five is three.
445rangenounGrade 5 mathematics word1. ensemble d'arrivée 2. image 3. portéeThe range of four, seven, and twelve is eight.
446datanounGrade 5 mathematics worddonnéesWe recorded the rainfall data in a table.
447samplenounGrade 5 mathematics word1. échantillon 2. exemple 3. extraitThe survey used a sample of fifty residents.
448probabilitynounGrade 5 mathematics wordprobabilitéThe probability of rolling an even number is one half.
449possibleadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordpossibleRolling a six is possible with a standard number cube.
450impossibleadjectiveGrade 5 mathematics wordimpossibleIt is impossible to roll a seven on a standard six-sided number cube.

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#WordPattern / part of speechMeaningSample sentence
451eventnounGrade 5 mathematics word1. événement 2. évènementDrawing a red marble is the event we are studying.
452estimatenounGrade 5 mathematics wordestimationOur estimate placed the crowd at about five hundred people.
453governmentnounGrade 5 social studies wordgouvernementThe local government maintains roads and parks.
454democracynounGrade 5 social studies worddémocratieIn a democracy, citizens vote in elections.
455republicnounGrade 5 social studies wordrépubliqueThe constitution established the nation as a republic.
456constitutionnounGrade 5 social studies wordconstitutionThe constitution describes the powers of each branch.
457citizennounGrade 5 social studies word1. citoyen 2. citoyenneEvery citizen may contact elected representatives.
458citizenshipnounGrade 5 social studies word1. citoyenneté 2. nationalitéResponsible citizenship includes learning about public issues.
459rightsnounGrade 5 social studies worddroitsThe law protects the rights of every voter.
460dutynounGrade 5 social studies word1. devoir 2. obligation 3. serviceServing on a jury can be a citizen's duty.
461justicenounGrade 5 social studies wordjusticeThe court seeks justice by examining evidence carefully.
462authoritynounGrade 5 social studies wordautoritéThe city council has authority over local zoning.
463legislaturenounGrade 5 social studies word1. corps législatif 2. assemblée législativeThe state legislature debated the education bill.
464executiveadjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordexécutifThe executive branch enforces federal laws.
465judicialadjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordjudiciaireThe judicial branch decides how laws apply to cases.
466congressnounGrade 5 social studies wordcongrèsCongress considered a bill about national parks.
467courtnounGrade 5 social studies word1. cour 2. tribunalThe court listened to witnesses before reaching a decision.
468amendmentnounGrade 5 social studies word1. amendement 2. avenantThe amendment added a new protection to the constitution.
469federaladjectiveGrade 5 social studies word1. fédéral 2. fédéraleFederal law applies throughout the country.
470regionaladjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordrégionalThe regional train connects several nearby cities.
471municipaladjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordmunicipalThe municipal library is funded by the city.
472policynounGrade 5 social studies wordpoliceThe school adopted a policy for reducing food waste.
473economynounGrade 5 social studies wordéconomieTourism supports the island's economy.
474economicadjectiveGrade 5 social studies wordéconomiqueThe new harbor created economic opportunities.
475tradenounGrade 5 social studies word1. négoce 2. commerceRiver 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.

French 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 wordcommerceThe port became a center of international commerce.
477importverbGrade 5 social studies wordimporterThe country must import fruit during the cold season.
478exportverbGrade 5 social studies wordexporterLocal farms export coffee to markets overseas.
479supplynounGrade 5 social studies word1. fournir 2. approvisionner 3. fournitureHeavy rain increased the city's water supply.
480demandnounGrade 5 social studies worddemandeDemand for warm coats rises in winter.
481scarcitynounGrade 5 social studies word1. manque 2. raretéWater scarcity forced the town to limit outdoor use.
482budgetnounGrade 5 social studies wordbudgetThe club created a budget before ordering supplies.
483incomenounGrade 5 social studies word1. revenu 2. recettePart of her summer income went into savings.
484expensenounGrade 5 social studies worddépenseRent was the family's largest monthly expense.
485profitnounGrade 5 social studies word1. bénéfice 2. profit 3. gainThe bakery used its profit to buy a larger oven.
486goodsnounGrade 5 social studies word1. biens 2. produit 3. marchandiseThe train carried goods from inland factories to the port.
487servicenounGrade 5 social studies word1. maintenir 2. serviceBus transportation is a public service.
488currencynounGrade 5 social studies word1. billet de banque 2. monnaie 3. deviseTravelers exchanged their currency before the trip.
489taxnounGrade 5 social studies word1. impôt 2. taxeThe sales tax helps fund local services.
490labornounGrade 5 social studies wordtravailBuilding the stone wall required many hours of labor.
491industrynounGrade 5 social studies wordindustrieFishing is an important industry in the coastal region.
492entrepreneurnounGrade 5 social studies word1. entrepreneur 2. entrepreneuseThe young entrepreneur opened a bicycle repair shop.
493colonynounGrade 5 social studies wordcolonieThe distant colony sent raw materials to the ruling nation.
494colonistnounGrade 5 social studies wordcolonEach colonist had to build shelter before winter.
495settlementnounGrade 5 social studies word1. agglomération 2. établissementThe settlement grew beside a reliable water source.
496independencenounGrade 5 social studies wordindépendanceThe nation declared independence after years of conflict.
497revolutionnounGrade 5 social studies word1. révolution 2. coup d'étatThe revolution ended the monarch's rule.
498treatynounGrade 5 social studies wordtraitéThe treaty established a peaceful border.
499alliancenounGrade 5 social studies wordallianceThe two nations formed an alliance for mutual defense.
500territorynounGrade 5 social studies wordterritoireThe map shows the territory governed by the northern kingdom.

Sources and curriculum references

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