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Unit 2.5 So You Want to Be President? Genre: Expository Nonfiction Vocabulary Words: Constitution- the written set of fundamental principles by which the United States is governed howling – very great humble – not modest politics – the work of government; management of public business responsibility – the act or fact of taking care of someone or something; obligation solemnly – seriously; earnestly; with dignity vain- having too much pride in your looks, ability, etc. Spelling Words: return courage surface purpose first turkey heard early turtle birthday journal courtesy nourish purse furniture search curtain burrow hamburger survey turquoise absurd furthermore flourish nourishment More Words to Know: execute – to carry out; do oath – a solemn promise priority – something given attention before anything else capital – city where the government of a county, state, or province is located capitol – building in which state or national lawmakers meet clerks – people employed in an office to file papers, type letters, and so on Spelling: Words with ear, ir, our, ur Grammar: Plural Possessive Nouns Writing Trait of the Week: Organization/Paragraphs Vocabulary Strategy: Dictionary/Glossary Comprehension Skill: Main Idea Comprehension Strategy: Summarize Social Studies Content: U.S. History U.S. Government U.S. Geography
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