Grade 2 - The U.S. Civil war

54 The U.S. Civil War 4 | Abraham Lincoln

 Provide antonyms of core vocabulary words, such as expand

(L.2.5a)

 Share writing with others

Core Vocabulary

candidates, n. People who are chosen to run, or compete against others,

for an offi ce, prize, or honor

Example: The candidates for president talked about why they would be

the best person for the job.

Variation(s): candidate

debates, n. Discussions involving two sides; arguments

Example: Larry liked his social studies class because his teacher

allowed debates, helping students understand the two sides of an

argument.

Variation(s): debate

expand, v. To spread out; to become greater in size

Example: The balloon began to expand as Mandy blew into it.

Variation(s): expands, expanded, expanding

government, n. A group of people who help lead a country

Example: People sometimes disagree with decisions made by the

government.

Variation(s): governments

politicians, n. People involved in the activities of a government

Example: The politicians gave speeches on the importance of education

in their communities.

Variation(s): politician

At a Glance Exercise Materials Minutes

Introducing the Read-Aloud

What Do We Know?

Poetry Reading penny, fi ve-dollar bill^10

Purpose for Listening

Presenting the Read-Aloud Abraham Lincoln U.S. map^15

Discussing the Read-Aloud

Comprehension Questions^10

Word Work: Expand 5

 Complete Remainder of the Lesson Later in the Day

Extensions

Image Review 20

Civil War Journal Instructional Master 4B-1

Vocabulary Instructional Activity:

Issue