Vocabulary in Context

Front

What does the term 'withstood' mean in the context of enduring challenges?

Back

To endure or resist successfully against challenges or changes.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What is the meaning of 'suppressed memory' in psychological terms?

Back

A memory that has been unconsciously blocked due to its traumatic nature.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

What does 'posthumously' refer to in relation to events or discussions?

Back

Occurring or continuing after a person's death.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

How can 'deceptive' be defined in the context of magic tricks?

Back

Intended to mislead or trick the audience.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What does 'surmise' mean when discussing predictions or outcomes?

Back

To guess or infer without sufficient evidence.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is the significance of context in understanding vocabulary?

Back

Context helps determine the meaning of words based on their usage in sentences.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

How does the word 'endured' relate to resilience?

Back

It signifies the ability to withstand difficult situations over time.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What role does hypnosis play in recovering suppressed memories?

Back

Hypnosis can facilitate the retrieval of memories that are otherwise inaccessible.

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Front

What is the implication of discussing Shakespeare's authorship 'posthumously'?

Back

It indicates that the debate continues long after Shakespeare's death.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4

Front

In what way can magic tricks be considered 'deceptive'?

Back

They create illusions that mislead the audience about reality.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.5A

CCSS.RL.3.4