T2_Week1_Vocab-Flashcard_10.11.24_Thornton

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What does the word 'stately' mean in the context of describing a building?

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The word 'stately' refers to a building that is grand, dignified, and impressive in appearance.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

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Define 'affluent' and provide an example of its use in a sentence.

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'Affluent' means having a great deal of money; wealthy. Example: The affluent family lived in a mansion with a swimming pool.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What does it mean to work 'keenly' on a project?

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To work 'keenly' means to do so with enthusiasm, eagerness, or sharpness of perception.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is the meaning of 'wit' in the context of poetry or dialogue?

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'Wit' refers to the ability to say or write things that are clever and usually funny; it implies a sharpness of intellect.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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What is a word with a more positive connotation than 'old' when describing a person's spirit?

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The word 'youthful' has a more positive connotation than 'old' when describing a person's spirit.

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CCSS.L.6.5C

CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.L.8.5C

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

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How can context clues help determine the meaning of an unknown word in a sentence?

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Context clues are hints found within a sentence or paragraph that can help deduce the meaning of an unknown word.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What is the importance of connotation in word choice?

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Connotation refers to the emotional or cultural association with a word, which can affect the tone and meaning of a sentence.

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CCSS.L.7.5C

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

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Provide an example of a sentence using the word 'exuberant.'

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The children were exuberant as they played in the park, their laughter echoing through the air.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

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What does it mean for a building to showcase elegance and history?

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It means the building has features that are aesthetically pleasing and reflects its historical significance.

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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How does the word 'prosperity' relate to wealth?

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'Prosperity' refers to the state of being successful or thriving, especially in financial or material terms.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C