6th Grade Vocab BCYL

Analyze

To examine something closely to understand it.

Ancient

Very old; from a long time ago.

Benefit

Something good that comes from an action.

Calculate

To solve a math problem using numbers.

Cause

The reason something happens.

Consequence

The result or effect of an action.

Conserve

To protect or save resources.

Construct

To build or create something.

Culture

The beliefs, customs, and way of life of a group of people.

Debate

A discussion where people share different opinions.

Evidence

Facts or details that support an idea.

Factor

Something that helps cause a result.

Interpret

To explain the meaning of something.

Issue

An important problem or topic.

Method

A way of doing something.

Modify

To change something slightly.

Perspective

A way of thinking about or viewing something.

Resource

Something used to meet a need or solve a problem.

Significant

Important or meaningful.

Strategy

A plan made to reach a goal.

Structure

How something is organized or built.

Survive

To stay alive or continue to exist.

Theory

An idea that explains something, based on evidence.

Abundant

To present in great quantity.

Dedicate

To give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause.