14 Greek Myths: Supplemental Guide 1 | The Twelve Gods of Mount Olympus
Core Vocabulary
glimpse, n. A brief or quick look
Example: Jan snuck into the kitchen before the party to get a glimpse of
her birthday cake.
Variation(s): glimpses
sanctuary, n. A holy place; a safe, protected place
Example: Cyrus went to the sanctuary to pray to the gods.
Variation(s): sanctuaries
securely, adv. Tightly or fi rmly
Example: Kaiyo ties her shoelaces securely so that they will not come
undone when she runs.
Variation(s): none
spectators, n. People watching an event
Example: Spectators come from distant cities to watch the Olympics.
Variation(s): spectator
tending, v. Taking care of or caring for
Example: On Saturday mornings, Carl’s grandfather could always be
found outside tending his garden.
Variation(s): tend, tends, tended