Here’s the completed
Vocabulary Fill in the Blank worksheet with correct answers and explanations:
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1) Southern Chile is a _region_ that is rugged.
✔ *Explanation:* “Region” refers to a specific area or part of a country. Southern Chile is a geographic region known for its rugged terrain.
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2) Cows _graze_ on grass on Mary’s farm during the spring, summer, and fall.
✔ *Explanation:* “Graze” means to feed on grass or pasture. Cows are herbivores that commonly graze in fields.
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3) The farmworkers use dogs to help them keep the sheep in a _herd_.
✔ *Explanation:* A “herd” is a group of animals, especially grazing animals like sheep. Sheepdogs help keep the herd together.
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4) A knitted sweater is an example of a woolly _product_.
✔ *Explanation:* A “product” is something made or grown for sale or use. A sweater is a manufactured item — a product made from wool.
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5) Some farmers _harvest_ vegetables such as spinach and eggplant.
✔ *Explanation:* “Harvest” means to gather mature crops. Farmers harvest vegetables when they are ready to be picked.
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6) When the weather is warm it is time to _shear_ the sheep.
✔ *Explanation:* “Shear” means to cut off the wool from sheep. This is typically done in warmer months so sheep aren’t too hot.
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7) England has a mild _climate_ but Chile’s is cold.
✔ *Explanation:* “Climate” refers to the average weather conditions in an area over time. England’s climate is milder compared to colder regions like parts of Chile.
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8) Pumas come down from the mountains to _attack_ the sheep.
✔ *Explanation:* “Attack” means to assault or threaten. Pumas (mountain lions) are predators that may attack livestock like sheep.
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9) Ice cream is an example of a _dairy_ product.
✔ *Explanation:* “Dairy” refers to products made from milk. Ice cream is made primarily from milk and cream, so it’s a dairy product.
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10) _Crops_ are plants or products that can be grown.
✔ *Explanation:* “Crops” are plants cultivated in large quantities for food, fiber, or other uses. This fits the definition given in the sentence.
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✔ Final Answer Key:
1) region
2) graze
3) herd
4) product
5) harvest
6) shear
7) climate
8) attack
9) dairy
10) crops
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