Context Clues

The zoo opened a new AVIARY, a large building where birds are kept and allowed to fly freely. Visitors enjoyed walking inside and seeing parrots, finches, and owls soaring above them.

Her METICULOUS nature, or careful attention to detail, made her an excellent editor.

The desert can seem empty, but it is a HABITAT, the natural home of many animals and plants. Lizards, snakes, and cacti all thrive in this unique environment.

During history class, we learned about a MONARCHS, or a king or queen who rules a country. Some MONARCHS had complete power, while others shared leadership with a government.

Even if you don't like another person, you shouldn't DISPARAGE, or talk bad about, them to others.

I missed the entire lesson because my mind was caught in a REVERIE, escaping in my mind to my weekend plans.

The Joker had a SINISTER look on his face as he plotted his revenge against Batman.

I DESPISE - I mean, like, really, really hate - olives.

Maria was known for her TENACITY, or her ability to keep trying even when things were difficult. She practiced every day until she finally mastered the piano piece.

Plants need PHOTOSYNTHESIS, the process by which they use sunlight to make food, in order to survive. Without this process, they could not grow or produce oxygen for us.