Today is the last class of your current thirteen class family set. We will start class with a casual conversation, complete our data storytelling, and finish with the reading/ vocab quiz. Today’s reading is about sun glasses.

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1. What does “shielding” most nearly mean?

A. Damaging

B. Protecting

C. Cleaning

D. Improving

2. What does “prescription” most nearly mean in this article?

A. A recommendation from a friend

B. A medical order for specialized lenses

C. A type of sunglasses

D. A legal requirement

3. What does “vulnerable” most nearly mean?

A. Difficult to see

B. Easily harmed or damaged

C. Strong and healthy

D. Hidden from danger

4. What does “mutate” most nearly mean?

A. Heal naturally

B. Change in form or structure

C. Grow more slowly

D. Become transparent

5. What does “accelerate” most nearly mean?

A. Slow down

B. Prevent completely

C. Speed up

D. Measure carefully

6. What does “fraction” most nearly mean?

A. A very small part

B. A complete section

C. A large amount

D. A medical condition

7. What does “synonymous” most nearly mean?

A. Opposite in meaning

B. Similar or having the same meaning

C. Difficult to pronounce

D. Scientifically proven

8. What does “regulated” most nearly mean?

A. Advertised widely

B. Controlled by official rules

C. Produced overseas

D. Tested only once

9. What does “obstructed” most nearly mean?

A. Blocked or prevented

B. Brightly illuminated

C. Carefully examined

D. Improved over time

10. What does “retina” most nearly mean?

A. The outer layer of the skin

B. The part of the eye that detects light

C. The muscle that moves the eye

D. The clear front surface of the eye

Word Bank: shielding, vulnerable, mutate, accelerate, obstructed, regulated, retina

Eating too much sugar can __________ the development of tooth decay.

Young children are especially __________ to sunburn during the summer.

The road was __________ by fallen trees after the storm.

Safety equipment is essential for __________ workers from harmful chemicals.

The pharmaceutical industry is heavily __________ by the government.