Vocab words April 19-23

transaction - an act, especially in business, done between, or "across" people

transcontinental - crossing a continent

transform - something is to change its form or appearance

transfusion - transfer of something, such as blood, from one person or thing into another

transition - process of passing, or going across, from one activity or place to another

translate - to take something from one language and express it in another

transplant - move something that is planted in one place to another place

transport - carry something from one place to another

Vocab Words April 12-16

disadvantage - an unfavorable condition; a condition that makes things harder

disagreeable - unpleasant

disaster - a calamity or terrible event that causes suffering

discharge - to release, get rid of, or send away

discomfort - opposite of comfort or ease

discontent - a feeling of not being happy or satisfied

discouraged - to lose hope or confidence

disgrace - loss of honor or respect; a disgrace brings shame

Vocab words for Review Test on April 9th

observant - to careful notice things

prying - snoops into things that should be private

youthful - young and energetic

immature - childish and self-centered

fearless - brave and does not feel fear

reckless - careless and takes stupid or silly risks

determined - is serious and dedicated to achieving a goal

stubborn - not willing to give in or change

academic - referring to school subjects or knowledge

colossal - huge

Herculean - a task requiring great strength and effort

mentor - a wise, trusted advisor, counselor, or teacher

Midas Touch - to be able to make money easily

odyssey - a long, adventurous journey

panic - a feeling of sudden and extreme fear

skeptical - doubtful

The other words you need to know are below....the proverbs....GOOD LUCK!

Measuring Angles

Since we are just learning how to use protractors, I found this awesome site with an interactive protractor so that you can practice measuring angles!

http://www.mathplayground.com/measuringangles.html