Melania Trump: A Journey of Dreams and Dedication

Reading material to understand the USA and its culture.
Stories of USA Today
Materials for Reading & Listening Practice
 Story of USA Today:
In the quiet town of Sevnica, nestled in the lush green hills of Slovenia, a young girl named Melanija Knavs harbored dreams that extended far beyond her modest surroundings. Born in 1970, Melania grew up in a close-knit family that valued hard work,...
 Words
nestle
v. lie or be situated in a half-hidden or obscured position
lush
a. very rich and providing great sensory pleasure
harbor
v. keep (a thought or feeling) in one's mind, especially secretly
close-knit
a. (of a group of people) united or bound together by strong relationships and common interests
perseverance
n. persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success
trait
n, a genetically determined characteristic
elegance
n. the quality of being graceful and stylish in appearance or manner; style
persona
n. the aspect of someone's character that is presented to or perceived by others
aspiration
n. a hope or ambition of achieving something
prominent
a. important; famous; situated so as to catch the attention; noticeable