Unit 3: Then and NowTheme 5: Times Have Changed

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diversity- many kinds of people, things, or ideas

If a city has cultural diversity, it means that people from various cultures live there.

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languages- method for communicating with others

Most languages today can be spoken and written down.

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neighboring- objects that are near one another

You might play sports against teams at neighboring schools.

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settlement- a new village or group of people living together

A settlement can grow into a city as more people build houses and businesses there.

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territory- a large area of land

The explorers moved deeper into uncharted territory.

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expand- to make something bigger

A bag of popcorn will expand in the microwave.

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shift- a change in something

The path of the hurricane has shifted. http://www.tobyspinks.com/images/dennispath.gif

timeline- an arrangement that shows dates of events

A timeline is a good way to show events that have taken place in the past.

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appreciate- to understand the value and importance of something

I appreciate all the hard work you have done for the fundraiser.

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factory- a large building where things are made

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Cars are produced in large factories.