Leveled Word Cards (English Language Development) (Grade 4)
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desert
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Academic VocabularyGrade 4, Unit 1, Week 4
desertdesert
Definition
a large area of land where it is hot
and dry
In Context
We would not have survived in the
desert if we did not bring water to
drink.
Part of Speech
Noun
More Word Connections
hot, dry, Southwest, sand, cactus
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cactus
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cactuscactus
Definition
a desert plant with thick stems
In Context
The cactus has big, thick stems that
can hold water for a very long time.
Part of Speech
Noun
Synonym
desert plant
Making Word Connections
desert plant
More Word Connections
desert, prickly, Southwest, flowers,
hot, dry
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harsh
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harshharsh
Definition
difficult, unpleasant or
uncomfortable
In Context
Even though the desert is a harsh
place, many plants and animals live
there.
Part of Speech
Adjective
Synonyms
unpleasant, difficult
Antonym
pleasant
Making Word Connections
harshly, harshness
More Word Connections
wild, uncomfortable, survival,
rough, dangerous
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landscape
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landscapelandscape
Definition
a view of an area of land, including
hills, forests, and fields
In Context
The landscape of the desert is
sandy, flat, and treeless.
Part of Speech
Noun
Synonym
scenery
Making Word Connections
landscaped, landscaping
More Word Connections
natural, nature, rural, scenic
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riverbed
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riverbedriverbed
Definition
the ground over which a river flows
In Context
A riverbed is a rare find in the dry
desert.
Part of Speech
Noun
Synonym
channel
Making Word Connections
river
More Word Connections
water, river, flowing, rain
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