1. VOCABULARY agreed – Because everyone in the group was hungry, they agreed to stop for lunch. had the same opinion manufactured – The blue jeans manufactured in Mexico looked similar to the ones made here. made or processed, especially using machines factories – Many people in the small community worked in factories that made jelly from the fruits grown nearby. buildings or groups of buildings where things are manufactured purchases – After the woman paid for her purchases the store clerk placed them in her handy tote bag. things that are bought global – The article’s message was global, because it was important to people from all parts of the world. of the entire world

2. VOCABULARY particular – I had to go to many shoe stores before I found the particular style of shoe I wanted. having to do with a certain person, thing, or activity features – The young child enjoyed the special features of her shoes, including the lights that flashed when she walked. parts, qualities, or points design – Tran created a design for the camp’s T-shirt, and everyone like his brightly colored plan. a plan from which copies can be made production – As summer approaches, the factory increases its production of swimming suits. the actions involved in making something for sale transporting – The company began transporting its goods on trains, but later moved goods from one place to another on airplanes. carrying people or goods from one place to another assembled – Once all the bike’s parts are assembled, a worker tests the finished bike by riding it. put together

3. VOCABULARY disaster – The terrible flood was the worst disaster to hit the area in a hundred years. something that causes horrible things to happen international – Countries from around the world joined in the international effort to provide help to the flood victims. involving two or more nations fund – The students collected money for a fund to buy new clothes for the victims. a sum of money for a certain purpose

4. donations – Members of the community gave donations that amounted to several thousand dollars to the fund. gifts of money or goods to help others plea – Should I answer my sister’s plea for help with her homework – again? a request calling for immediate attention survivors – Survivors of the flood were grateful for all the help they received. those who manage to stay alive after a terrible event, such as an earthquake or flood

5. VOCABULARY research – Frank wanted to learn more about whales, so he did research by reading certain books in the library. careful study of something, such as a particular problem, in order to discover facts career – My aunt’s career as a doctor keeps her busy even on some weekends. a job or life’s work oral – Mai’s oral book report was interesting, and the class enjoyed listening to it. having to do with spoken words process – Our science teacher described the process to use in conducting the lab experiment. a series of steps or actions barrier – The rock wall created a barrier between the meadow and the garden. something that is in the way professional – When the water pipe broken in the kitchen, we called a plumbing professional to solve the problem. someone whose job requires special skill and training translate – This dictionary will help you translate Spanish words into English words. to say or write in another language