“Anyone Can Be Homeless”

financial

having to do with money

I think I’d enjoy working as a financial planner because I’m really good with numbers.

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conflict

fighting or strong disagreement

My friends couldn’t agree on where to hang out, so we ended up in conflict.

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crisis

a difficult or dangerous situation

Mikey’s family was in a crisis after his dad lost his job and his mom got into an accident.

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shame

a deep feeling of embarrassment

I feel shame when I give the wrong answers in class, but my teacher reminds me it’s OK to make mistakes.

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transportation

a way of traveling from place to place

Of all the types of transportation in my city, the bus takes me to school the fastest.

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resource

a place or thing that provides something useful

Our library is a great resource for teens—there are computers to use, spaces to study, and even video games to borrow!

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