Tuesday
Tuesday 20th January
Match the word to the correct definition. Use the example sentences to help you understand what each word means within the context of the text.
Words
Tossed =
Universal =
Nestled =
Latched =
Lone =
Pioneering =
Hardship =
Coated =
Unforeseen =
Regulated =
Definitions
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Covered with a thin layer of something.
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A single person or thing; on its own.
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Difficult or uncomfortable conditions that make life hard.
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Held or fixed firmly in place, often by a catch or lock.
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Gently placed or settled closely into a comfortable or protected position.
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Something that applies to everyone or everything.
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Thrown lightly or carelessly through the air.
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New or original, especially in a way that shows courage or leadership.
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Controlled by rules or laws.
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Something unexpected that was not planned or predicted.
Example Sentences
Tossed – She tossed the ball to her partner across the field.
Universal – Smiling is a universal way of showing friendliness.
Nestled – The small village was nestled between two hills.
Latched – He latched the gate before leaving the garden.
Lone – A lone bird sat on the fence, watching quietly.
Pioneering – The scientist was known for her pioneering work in medicine.
Hardship – The family faced great hardship during the long winter.
Coated – The road was coated with ice after the storm.
Unforeseen – The trip was delayed because of an unforeseen problem.
Regulated – School lunches are regulated to make sure they are healthy.
Tuesday 20th January
LC: To write paragraph three using action, dialogue and description to convey characters.
Last Ball of the Over
The sun beat down on the cricket pitch as Sam tightened his grip on the bat. The fielders spread out, their eyes fixed on him, waiting. He could hear his teammates clapping from the boundary, but his mouth felt dry. The bowler charged in and released the ball with a sharp snap of the wrist. Sam swung. There was a loud crack as bat met ball, and for a split second, everything seemed to freeze before the crowd erupted.
R - Where were Sam’s teammates standing?
I - How is Sam feeling before the ball is bowled? Give one piece of evidence from the text.
C - What effect does the word “erupted” have when describing the crowd?
Tuesday 20th January
Swimming the English Channel
2017 reading answer booklet.pdf
Tuesday 20th January
LC: To explore time zones around the world and understand the significance of the International Date Line