1. Vocabulary 4b
Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (7.L.6)

2. Rate the following words
Inherit
Latitude
Loath
Maintain
Renovate/Renovation
Reprimand
Supervise/Supervisor/Supervision
I know the word and can explain it
I know the word, but can’t explain it
I don’t know the word

3. Today we will acquire and use academic vocabulary
Objective
Rationale
Today we will acquire and use academic vocabulary
It is important to continue expanding our vocabulary and to ensure we use words correctly
Acquire and use accurately grade-appropriate general academic and domain-specific words and phrases; gather vocabulary knowledge when considering a word or phrase important to comprehension or expression. (7.L.6)

4. Inherit (verb) I inherited a house from my grandparents.
To receive something from someone after that person’s death
I inherited a house from my grandparents.
To receive as part of one’s physical or mental make-up from one’s parents
The baby inherited his mothers red hair.

5. Latitude (noun) The latitude of New Orleans is 30 degrees north.
The distance north or south of the equator measured in degrees
The latitude of New Orleans is 30 degrees north.
A region as marked by its distance for the equator.
Tropical plants cannot survive in northern latitudes.
Freedom from strict rules
As kids grow older they like a little latitude to make decisions.

6. loath (adj) Donald Trump is loath to admit any mistakes.
Unwilling; reluctant
Donald Trump is loath to admit any mistakes.
Synonym: reluctant, disinclined

7. maintain (verb)
To declare something to be true
Although she has been convicted, she continues to maintain her innocence.
To continue in the same way or condition
To finish the Boston marathon, try to maintain an even pace.
To keep in good condition
The state of Arizona maintains this highway.

8. It’s fun to watch houses get renovated on “Fixer Upper”
Renovate –verb
To make like new again
It’s fun to watch houses get renovated on “Fixer Upper”
Renovation –noun
the act of renovating; the thing renovated
The homeowners don’t see the house until the renovation is complete.

9. Reprimand (verb/noun)
Verb –to scold in a harsh or formal manner
The teacher reprimanded us for eating in class.
Noun –a strong scolding from someone in authority
We received a reprimand for eating in class.

10. Mr. Jones will supervise students during study hall.
Supervise (verb)
To direct or manage activities
Mr. Jones will supervise students during study hall.
Supervision (noun)
The act of managing or directing
Supervisor (noun)
A person who manages or directs activities
If one of the kids gets hurt, report it to the program’s supervisor.