Universal Language of Literacy: Terms and Definitions 13-24

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determine

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to figure out.

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discuss

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talk or write about (a topic) in detail, taking into account different ideas and opinions.

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distinguish

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to note differences.

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evaluate

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to decide the value or worth after study; to judge.

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explain

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a statement making something clear by describing it in more detail or by revealing relevant facts or ideas.

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format

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the way in which information is arranged (i.e., chart, diagram, graph, timeline.)

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identify

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to recognize and name.

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inference

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a logical assumption based upon information from the text plus prior knowledge and/or experience.

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key details

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important words and/or phrases (used intentionally by an author.)

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main idea

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what a text is mostly about.