Short Articles for Reading 2nd-Book 3 (E)
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title
to give a name or title to
The song is titled “Hey Diddle Diddle.”
curate
to select and organize items for other people to enjoy
He curated a recent exhibition of eighteenth century European art.
typical
like most people or things of the same type; normal
The building is typical of the Victorian era.
curator
one manage a museum, library, ect.
The museum curator has plans to give a presentation on ancient art.
professional
a person with a job that requires special education, training, or skill
Doctors, lawyers and engineers are all professional careers.
critic
a person who gives opinions about books, movies, or other forms of art
The film critic gave the movie only 2.5 stars out of five.
companion
a person or animal you spend time with or enjoy being with
My dog has been my constant companion for over seven years.
canine
a dog or animal of the dog family
Those who choose a feline friend rather than a canine companion are more likely to enjoy their own company.
engaging
interesting in a way that attracts one’s attention
The speakers presentation was not engaging at all; everyone in the audience was moving around in their chairs.
propose
to suggest something (such as a plan) to a person or group of people to consider
The mayor of New York City proposed a plan for a new art gallery.
overwhelming
very strong or large in effect, number, etc.
Students usually feel a(n) overwhelming sense of relief when exams are over.
enthusiasm
strong excitement and energy about something
I felt full of enthusiasm and wanted to work hard to win Dora.
millennium
a period of 1,000 years (pl. millennia)
It’s been two millennia since the year 0.
adaptation
a change or adjustment to the environment
The giraffe’s long neck is an adaptation that allows it to eat tree leaves.
bizarre
very unexpectedly strange
Many of the fish swimming in the reef are strange, bizarre creatures.
creature
any living thing that is not a plant; an animal
The platypus is an interesting creature from Australia.
appendage
a part projecting from the body of an animal
A person's longest appendages are his legs, while his smallest appendages are his toes.
camouflage
to hide something by making it look like the background
The sea dragon has natural camouflage that allows it to look like a plant.
toxic
poisonous
Snake venom is highly toxic, and can kill you quickly.
mottled
having spots or streaks
This skirt got wet and is mottled with stains.
venomous
poisonous
Vipers are highly venomous snakes.
spine
a long, sharp point on a plant or on an animal’s body
Our spine helps us to stand up nice and straight.
dorsal
on or relating to the back
dorsal means relating to the back of a fish or animal.
lethal
capable of causing death
The stone fish is known as the most lethal fish in the world!
culinary
related to cooking
Garlic is used in many culinary traditions all over the world.
originally
having begun or happened first
Sam lives in Singapore now, but he originally comes from the UK.
cultivate
to prepare land and use for growing plants
The farmers in this area mostly cultivate wheat and barley.
harsh
difficult or severe
The desert can be a very harsh environment.
bulb
the round, underground part of some plants
A garlic bulb is made up of smaller sections called cloves, which have been used in food and for medicinal purposes for thousands of years.
slave
a person who is owned by others as though property
slaves were forced to pick cotton in the US a long time ago.
heal
to make healthy or well again
If you want to heal an infection, you should take care of it.
wreath
a circular arrangement of flowers and plants as a decoration
He put a wreath on her head like it was a crown.
vampire
a mythical blood-sucking monster that was once human
Can you tell my a story about demons or vampires?
producer
a company or country that grows or makes a product
California is an important producer of garlic.
distributor
a company or country who supplies goods to others
California is the world’s largest distributor and producer of garlic.
aroma
a smell, scent, or odor
That spaghetti sauce has a wonderful aroma, I can’t wait to taste it!
emergency
an unexpected and difficult or dangerous situation
Come quick! This is a(n) emergency!
limit
to restrict the boundaries
First aid is limited to trying to help the casualty until medical help arrives.
preserve
take action to protect from damage
Refrigerators preserve food from spoiling.
injury
damage done to a living body
Giving first aid means to preserve life, prevent further injury, and promote recovery.
recovery
the act or process of returning to a healthy condition
The soldier was making a quick recovery from his wounds.
ensure
to make certain
How can we ensure the safety of the children?
expose
to cause to be visible
The hole in his pants left the man’s knee exposed.
casualty
a person injured or killed in a war or accident
casualties should not be moved unless it is absolutely necessary.
external
on the outside of
We could not see any external injuries.
professional
highly trained and skilled
Treatment of the casualty must await the arrival of the professional medical team.
resuscitation
the act of reviving a person from unconsciousness
When we get someone’s heart and circulation working again, it is called resuscitation.
compress
to press or squeeze
It might be necessary to compress the heart to get the blood circulating again.
teem
to completely fill; to abound
The market was teeming with people doing their shopping.
miniscule
extremely small
The orphans only had a miniscule piece of toast to eat each morning.
destruction
serious damage
The tornado caused large areas of destruction.
global warming
a gradual increase in world temperatures that are sufficient to cause climatic change
global warming continues to cause a rise in sea level, putting our coasts at risk.
waste disposal
the act of getting rid of trash or waste products from a factory
Pollution caused by waste disposal and oil spillage puts ocean life at tremendous risk of death or disease.
tremendous
extremely large or very serious
The Earth’s oceans are filled with a tremendous amount of water.
ecosystem
all the living things existing and interacting with each other in a particular environment
Sharks play an important role in the ocean ecosystem.
overfishing
the act of catching so many fish that the species is put in danger of extinction
overfishing puts some marine species in danger.
marine
found or living in the ocean
A healthy ocean is full of marine animals.
establish
to start something new
He established a running club in the city.
regulation
a rule or law that is put in place and monitored by someone in authority
Parking here is against city regulation. If you park here you'll get fined.
invasive species
a plant or animal comes from a different area and takes over the local ecosystem
A(n) invasive species is threatening the plant life in the area.
heritage
the customs, beliefs, traditions, etc. of a group or nation
We must all take care to preserve our national heritage.
distressed
feeling extreme sorrow, suffering, or trouble
The news of the car crash left her in distress.
commission
to hire; to agree to pay money in exchange for work
The president commissioned the artist to paint a portrait of him.
mausoleum
a building that contains the grave of a rich person
The Taj Mahal is an elaborate mausoleum, a tomb made to tribute the emperor’s beloved wife.
architect
one who designs the construction of buildings
Beth studied architecture and now she works as a(n) architect in Paris.
construct
to build
It took hundreds of years to construct the Great Wall of China.
dome
a large roof that is partially spherical
A large dome covers the arena.
reflect
to throw back light or heat
The mirror reflects the light into his eyes.
chamber
a room
The girl was tired. She went to her chamber for a nap.
cenotaph
a structure built to honor someone buried elsewhere
The cenotaph stands as a remembrance of those killed during the war.
elaborate
having very complicated detail
The stained glass windows had elaborate designs.
tribute
something done to show admiration for another
The fan gave him flowers as a tribute to his victory.
detective
a professional who must discover who was part of a crime
Edgar Allan Poe wrote the first detective story.
genre
a type, or category, of story
Detective fiction is a popular genre.
private
relating to an individual person
The two types of detectives include police detectives and private detectives.
solve
to find a solution or an answer
In many mystery novels, the hero solves the mystery in the final chapter.
crime
an illegal act
It is a(n) crime to take money that is not yours.
murder
the intentional and illegal killing of a person
The man is in prison because he murdered another man.
fictional
occurring in stories but not in real life
Many films and novels feature fictional characters. They may seem real, but aren’t.
investigation
a close examination
The FBI stands for the Federal Bureau of investigation.
archetype
a typical example of a particular kind
Sherlock Holmes provided the archetype of the detective with highly developed skills of observation and deduction.
popularize
to make popular
Some detectives that were popularized during the 1930s are still well-known today.
intimate
friendly
I only tell my secrets to my most intimate friends.
unforgettable
very special or unusual, and therefore difficult to forget; memorable
A visit to the museum is an unforgettable experience.
currency
a specific kind of money, such as the money that a country uses
It is a type currency, like the yen or won, except it can only be traded online.
system
a group of related parts, objects, or units that move or work together
The library has a(n) system to keep track of books people check out.
transaction
a business deal, such as the exchanging of funds, goods, or services
The bank records every transaction you make at an ATM.
virtual
existing on a computer or a computer network
I like to play virtual combat games on my computer.
anonymous
made or done by someone who is not named or identified
Blockchain records are anonymous.
confident
sure; certain; without doubts
I feel more confident about my exams when I take notes and study hard.
accurate
free from mistakes
If the scale is accurate, then the package weighs six pounds.
possibility
an opportunity to develop in a successful way
Many people are excited about the possibilities of Bitcoin, but others aren’t so sure.
ultimately
In the end, or after a period of time
It will ultimately be your decision.
financial
having to do with money
Poor management gave the company financial problems.
tainted
spoiled or contaminated and no longer safe to consume
People can get sick from eating tainted food.
method
a way of doing something; a procedure
Traveling by horse is an old method of transportation.
attentive
paying careful attention; listening carefully
Edison was not an attentive student.
infuriate
to make very angry
I was infuriated that I didn’t get picked to join the basketball team.
conductor
a person who manages passengers on a train
The conductor told the musicians how he wanted them to play.
solitary
alone or lonely
Mike was a solitary man who never spoke to anyone.
transmitter
a device used to transmit radio or television signals
There is a radio transmitter in that tower that sends music out to radios in the area.
phonograph
a record player
Edison's most famous inventions are the electric light bulb and the phonograph.
telegraphy
a system of communication by means of the telegraph
Edison developed a possibilities and receiver for the automatic telegraph.
improve
to make better
Some of the best inventors made careers by improving on the ideas of others.
relevant
relating in a suitable way
The book was published long ago but the ideas are still relevant today.
perspiration
sweat; moisture that forms on skin because of work or heat
Making an invention requires a little inspiration and a lot of perspiration.
prolific
producing a large number of works
A(n) prolific inventor is one who invents a lot of different things.
patent
a legal paper proving ownership of a technology or idea
Edison took out patents for his electric light bulbs.
frozen
cold enough to be solid
Ice cream is a frozen treat made from by King Charles I.
confection
a sweet food that someone has made
Europeans brought ice cream and other confections to New York.
myth
a story or explanation that is believed by many but is likely not true
There are many myths about the origins of ice cream.
account
a detailed description of events
She accounted for the way to the post office.
chef
a person who cooks and prepares food for others
The chef has prepared a large feast for everyone.
recipe
the instructions for preparing a dish
Can I please have the recipe for this delicious dish?
dessert
a usually sweet dish served at the end of a main meal
After dinner, it is time for dessert.
banquet
a grand formal dinner with many guests and foods
In the seventeenth century, ice cream was served at royal banquets.
inaugurate
to bring about the start of something
The winner of the election does not become president until the presidential inaugurated.
freezer
a container kept very cold to store food and ice
To stay cold, ice cream belongs in the freezer.
mass production
the process of producing large quantities usually by using machinery
mass production of automobiles means that almost everyone can own one.
evolve
to develop gradually
Many people believe ice cream evolved from ancient civilizations, such as the Greeks, Persians, and Romans, who used to chill wines and juices.
tragic
causing great sadness and suffering
Romeo and Juliet is a tragic story.
gangster
a member of an organized gang of criminals
A gangster killed another gang member.
gritty
showing things realistically, without making them look better than they are
Some are realistic movies that take a gritty look at topics such as crime.
in the course of
during a specific time or while something else is happening
He changed his mind in the course of a week.
witness
to see something happen, especially a crime
The police are talking to him because he witnessed the murder with his own eyes.
reality
the way that a situation actually is, not fantasy
That’s not the reality, but it seems real.
feature
to give someone or something an important part or focus
This radio station is popular because it always features one local band's music.
adversity
a difficult situation or set of circumstances
He has faced many adversities lately - he lost his job, his wife left him, and he was diagnosed with cancer.
sarcastic
using a form of humor where you say the opposite of what you really mean
This actor plays sarcastic characters a lot, and he can be very funny.
sequel
a movie or book that continues the story of the one before it
The first movie was scary, but the sequel is even scarier.
alien
a person or thing from another planet
Men in Black is about a group of people who chase aliens.
classic
something that is well-known and popular for a long time
I can’t believe you haven’t seen this classic movie. It’s so famous.
seismograph
a tool for measuring and recording earthquakes
The seismograph measured the size of the earthquake.
combination
a mixture
A combination of red paint and blue paint gives us purple paint.
bark
the tough material covering the outside of trees
The deer eat the bark from the tree.
technique
the specific way something is done
Every chef has their own technique for preparing food.
mill
a building used for manufacturing
The first paper mills were in Spain.
fiber
a thin piece of some natural material
People use plant fiber to make rope.
enormous
very large
Japan is one country that still has a(n) enormous demand for handmade paper.
environmental
relating to the environment
Pollution causes environmental harm.
solution
the answer to a problem
I have a(n) solution to your problem.
cut down
to remove a tree by cutting through its trunk
My father cut down on salty food as I had advised.
origami
the art of folding paper into models of creatures
What a beautiful origami paper crane!
pastime
a fun activity that makes time pass happily
Going to the movies is a very popular pastime.
sculpture
art produced by carving or shaping a material into a figure
An amazing steel sculpture outside of the art museum.
dominate
to strongly control or influence
Mercy High School's football team dominated the football league; they won every game.
discussion
a conversation
The class discussion changed from politics to the environment.
depict
to show; to describe
During his “Blue Period,” Picasso mostly depicted poor people in his art.
studio
the place artists use to create their work
They went to the studio to record their song.
previous
before; earlier
My previous car was much smaller than my new one.
Cubism
a style of modern art characterized by the depiction of natural forms as geometric shapes
Pablo Picasso was an influential artist in the development of cubism.
inspire
to influence or give creativity to
I like to feel inspired before I begin any art project.
bomb
to drop bombs on
I heard on the news there was another bombing in that city.
ceramics
art made with ceramic, a kind of cooked clay
Apart from his paintings, Picasso created sculptures, ceramics, and stage designs.
recognize
to acknowledge; to state
Many artists do not get recognized during their lifetimes.
outstanding
amazing; noteworthy for excellence
She is one of the most outstanding students in my class.
invincible
cannot be defeated
The word diamond comes from an old Greek word meaning invincible.
durable
tough and able to last a long time; resistant to wear
Diamonds are quite durable and strong.
sparkle
to shine with a lot of very small points of light
Diamonds sparkle because they can catch light well.
jewelry
ornaments people wear, such as rings or necklaces
My favorite piece of jewelry is my ring.
igneous
rock formed by volcanic activity
Diamonds come from igneous rock from under Earth.
volcanic
relating to or coming from a volcano
Diamonds form in igneous rock and are formed by volcanic activity.
source
the place from which something comes
Milk is a(n) source of calcium.
deposit
a natural buildup that remains after a geological process
We found a(n) deposit of oil under the ground near our city.
mine
to dig in order to find and take away coal or another substance
Diamonds that are mined have been forced near the surface of Earth over time.
significant
important
The cost of gas will not increase significantly.
cheap
inexpensive; costing very little
The pencil is cheap by the dozen.
industrial
relating to industry
The factory is in the industrial area of town.
revere
to respect and admire greatly
As a Christian, I deeply revere God.
sacred
having a close special connection to a god or religion
Have you ever read the sacred text of Islam?
faith
strong feeling of trust or confidence in someone or something
I know you will succeed because I have faith in you.
revelation
the act of revealing divine truth
When Jack told me the secret about Joan, it was an extraordinary revelation.
prophet
a person who is believed to deliver messages of a god
A prophet is someone who gets a message from God and accurately foretells the future.
compile
to collect and put together
She compiled some of the author’s less known short stories into a book.
omit
to leave out; to not include
Don't omit his name from the list.
memory
a past event or condition that is remembered
I have so many memories from the time I lived overseas.
chronological
described or shown in the order of occurrence, according to time
Write down everything that happened in chronological order.
commandment
a rule that must be obeyed
Following the king's commandment, we went out and started helping others.
throughout
during a period of time
He remained calm throughout the whole wedding ceremony.
recite
to repeat or read aloud
The smiling children recited poetry and then sang holiday songs.
institution
an important organization like a university, church, or bank
I studied at the health institution in the city.
historian
someone who studies the past
Modern historians can review written documents.
resource
a place or method to get information or help
The city website is a good resource for new companies.
tribe
a group of people sharing lineage, language, and culture
Large groups related by family or culture are called tribes.
orally
by the mouth (by talking)
Cultures without a way to write often have strict traditions of how to tell their history orally.
papyrus
a type of paper made from papyrus plants and used in ancient Egypt
The Egyptians also wrote on papyrus.
wealth
a lot of valuable objects or money
It is not a good idea to show off one’s wealth.
consult
to request assistance or the opinion of
Did you consult a doctor when you were ill?
artifact
an object that is associated with a particular past culture
That stone knife is a(n) artifact from ancient China.
archaeologist
someone who studies human prehistory and history
The archaeologist discovered several ancient tombs.
archivist
a person who collects, sorts, and cares for historical records
Librarians and archivists store historical records to keep them safe.
microfilm
a film on which photographs or printed materials are stored
Mindy went to the library to look at microfilm for her report for history class.
associate
to relate or connect in some way
Most people associate his bad behavior to his bad childhood.
originate
to come from
Where does your style of art originate from?
mint
to make coins or medals
The thaler was a silver coin minted in a town called Joachimsthal.
abbreviate
to make shorter, especially a word
Because her name was so long, she abbreviated her name to Ann.
circulate
to pass from person to person
The Weekly Times newspaper circulates in many cities.
empire
a large territory over which there is a single ruler
The Roman empire included several hundred towns and cities.
desperate
urgent; having little or no hope
"Please help me! I’m desperate."
independent
not needing another for help or assistance
The province of Quebec wants to be independent of Canada.
proximity
closeness; a nearby area
The two people, having worked in close proximity for years, finally fell in love with each other.
theory
a belief or idea about something
In theory, it is not possible to travel faster than light.
simplification
the act of making simpler or reducing to basic elements
Etc. is a(n) simplification of the word etcetera.
superimpose
to place one thing over something else, making one mixed image
The “$” sign might have come from superimposing the P and S in Peso.
literally
in the most basic meaning of a word
Carte blanche literally translates as “white card.”
obligation
a duty; an action that must be done
It is our obligation to help others in need.
contribute
to give money or help
There were many sponsors that contributed to the charity event.
well-being
a feeling of being healthy and happy
The wealthy need to contribute to the well-being of the poor.
generous
freely giving time or money; tending to share or help
Bill Gates is one of the richest and most generous person in the world.
strategic
carefully planned
Bill knew the foundation needed a strategic plan to succeed.
pledge
to make a formal promise to do something, such as giving money
The couple pledged to give $1,000 to the children’s hospital.
vulnerable
capable of being physically, emotionally, or mentally hurt
In their home state of Washington, Melinda and Bill help vulnerable children.
globally
all over the world
It sets up health programs in poor countries globally.
intention
a planned action; a purpose
Mari has good intentions, but sometimes her plans don’t work out.
meaningful
serious and important
The guest gave a(n) meaningful speech to the graduating class.
fortunate
lucky
We should all help others less fortunate than ourselves.
devastating
causing great damage or harm
One massive earthquake in California could be devastating.
predict
to say in advance what will happen
Things often change so we cannot predict future events.
accuracy
the state of being correct, or free from error
Newspapers provide citizens with accurate news.
erupt
to burst forth; to move quickly out of
An earthquake is a kind of volcanic eruption.
evacuate
to send people away from a dangerous place
Floods from the hurricane caused families to evacuate the town.
crust
an outer layer; Earth’s solid outer layer
The first layers of surface rock form Earth’s crust.
crevasse
a deep crack in rock or ice
The hikers proceeded carefully so as not to fall into the dark crevasse below.
foundation
the layer of concrete that a structure is built on
The foundations of the building were damaged by the severe earthquake.
appalling
terrible and shocking
It was an appalling performance, I agree. I was miserable and unhappy.
frequent
occurring often
Volcanic eruptions are frequent in some parts of China.
potentially
having the possibility of happening
California is a major earthquake region with potentially dangerous earthquakes.
astride
being partially on either side of something
One of the most potentially dangerous earthquake belts is in California, which sits astride the San Andreas Fault.
technology
the practical use of scientific knowledge in industry
Imagine using 3D technology to make an automobile.
extremely
very, to a large degree
A car made mostly by a 3D printer is still extremely rare, though.
manufacturer
a person or company that makes a product to sell
That manufacturer makes doors and windows for buildings.
design
the way something is made that gives it a certain look or allows it to work in a certain way
The design of a mousetrap makes it difficult for a mouse to escape.
multiple
more than one; many
We have already received multiple donations from groups and individuals across the state.
version
a different form of something
Which version did you like better? The book or the movie?
experiment
to test new ideas or methods; to do an experiment
Do you experiment with dangerous chemicals in chemistry class?
decoration
something that is added to something to make it look nice
Balloons make good party decorations.
inventor
a person who produce something as a profession
Leonardo da Vinci was one of the greatest inventors of his day.
experimental
using new, unproven ideas or methods
For the most part, 3D cars are still experimental.
option
a choice
We have different options for breakfast: eggs, fruit, or pancakes
function
a purpose; an intended use for a tool or procedure
Bones also help with lots of important bodily functions.
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