Meaning: The dog saw the cat and started to follow it very closely
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The dog spotted the feline and commenced its pursuit
Meaning: This sentence describes the same situation as the first sentence, but it uses more sophisticated language.
Choice of Words: The words "spotted" and "feline" are more sophisticated than "saw" and "cat", but they are still easy to understand for an 8-year-old. "Spotted" means to see or notice something. "Feline" is a noun that means a cat. "Commenced" is a verb that means to begin doing something. "Pursuit" is a noun that means the act of chasing something.
The canine observed the kitty and initiated its pursuit
Meaning: This sentence describes the same situation as the first two sentences, but it uses the most sophisticated language.
Choice of Words: The words "canine", "kitty", and "initiated" are even more sophisticated than the words in the second sentence. "Canine" is a noun that means a dog. "Kitty" is a noun that means a cat. "Initiated" is a verb that means to begin doing something.