5.2-magnitude earthquake hits Southern California; Elephants at San Diego Zoo Safari Park display protective behavior

Vocabulary: I will read the words, meanings, and sample sentences. Then, repeat after me. disruption /dis-RUHP-shuhn/ [noun] – a disturbance that interrupts normal activities The earthquake caused a disruption in the daily activities of the community. extraordinary /ik-STRAWR-dn-er-ee/ [adjective] – very unusual or remarkable The elephant’s behavior was extraordinary, showing intelligence and protection. vibration /vahy-BREY-shuhn/ [noun] – a rapid back-and-forth movement The vibrations from the earthquake were felt in nearby buildings. instinctively /in-STINGK-tiv-lee/ [adverb] – done without thought or planning, based on a natural feeling or reaction The elephants instinctively gathered around their young after the tremors. determine /dih-TUR-min/ [verb] – to decide or conclude something after considering all facts…
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