Collection 4: Why Exploring the Ocean Is Mankind's Next Giant Leap

As you read Philippe Cousteau's "Why Exploring the Ocean is Mankind's Next Giant Leap," learn this word list. Here are links to lists for texts in Grade 7's Collection 4: Dedication of the Aerospace Medical Health Center, Mankind's Next Giant Leap, Living in the Dark, Your World
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  1. diplomat
    an official engaged in international negotiations
  2. sustain
    lengthen or extend in duration or space
  3. steward
    someone who manages property or affairs for someone else
  4. resource
    a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed
  5. exploit
    use or manipulate to one's advantage
  6. impact
    have an effect upon
  7. pioneer
    open up and explore a new area
  8. feat
    a notable achievement
  9. entrepreneurial
    of or relating to someone who starts a new business
  10. ensure
    make certain of
Created on Sun Jul 13 18:38:39 EDT 2014 (updated Thu Jul 24 11:37:20 EDT 2014)

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