Unit 5

Reading Extend Worksheet 3.5.4

1 Read. Fill in the blank with the correct word in parentheses.
1. True flight is flight that is by a source of energy.
(limited, powered)

2. Archaeopteryx had feathered wings, but it was not a very flier.

(skilled, stable)

3. Leonardo da Vinci drew designs for flying machines including a glider and a
. (parachute, jetpack)

4. The Wright brothers’ Flyer was controlled by (an engine,

a pilot)

4. A helicopter doesn’t on an angle like a plane, it

straight up into the air. (take off, fly) (descends, ascends)

2 Read. Circle all the correct letters for each item.

1. What adaptations allowed for the development of flight in reptiles?
a. hollow bones b. skin-covered wings c. a bony tail d. strong muscles

2. Which things contribute to powered flight in birds?

a. feathers b. flapping c. gliding d. wings

3. Which machines did the Wright brothers build or design?

a. a parachute b. an engine c. gliders d. a wind tunnel

4. What does a glider need to be able to glide?

a. a plane to tow it into the air b. a hot air balloon

c. air currents d. wings

5. What words are associated with modern airplanes?

a. helicopter b. pilot c. engine d. fuel

Impact Extend Worksheet 3.5.4 1

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 3 Look at the words. When you know the meaning of one form of a word, you can increase your
vocabulary by recognizing related forms. How many of the words related to weight have you
seen before? Use two of the words in an original sentence.
Noun Verb Adjective Adverb
weight to weigh weighted weightily
weightlessness weightless
weightlifter lightweight
weightlifting

4 Fill in the chart. Write as many forms of each word as you can without using a dictionary.
Compare your chart with a partner’s. Then use a dictionary to find additional forms and add
them to the chart. Note that some of the spaces will remain blank.
Noun Verb Adjective Adverb
capably
to limit
powerful
skill

Impact Extend Worksheet 3.5.4 2

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