isolation (noun) separation from others

• Sample Sentence: People thought that prisoners placed in isolation would reflect on their misbehavior.
• Turn and Talk: Do you prefer to work on your homework around other people or in isolation?

confinement (noun) restriction within limits

• Sample Sentence: The kitten was kept in confinement until her wound healed.
• Turn and Talk: Think of one or more situations that would lead to a person’s confinement to a wheelchair.

system (noun) a way of doing something that follows a plan

• Sample Sentence: Catalina developed a system to organize her music collection.
• Turn and Talk: Come up with suggestions for improving the education system.

mental (adjective) relating to the mind

• Sample Sentence: Meditation and exercise are some activities that can improve mental health.
• Turn and Talk: What activities do you do for your mental health?

solitary (adjective) without others; alone

• Sample Sentence: Solitary journeys in nature are a rite of passage in some cultures.
• Turn and Talk: Do you think it’s healthy to have some solitary time in your day? Explain.