Unfamiliar Words

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What does the word 'permit' mean in the context of allowing someone to do something?

Back

To allow or give permission.

Tags

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

In the context of borrowing, what does the word 'lent' mean?

Back

To let someone borrow something.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does the term 'mishap' refer to in everyday language?

Back

An unlucky accident or unfortunate event.

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CCSS.L.9-10.5A

Front

How would you define the word 'aroma' in relation to food?

Back

A pleasant smell, especially that of food.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What does it mean to be 'parched'?

Back

To be extremely thirsty.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the difference between 'permit' and 'forbid'?

Back

'Permit' means to allow, while 'forbid' means to prohibit.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

Can you provide a synonym for 'mishap'?

Back

Accident or misfortune.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What is an example of a situation where you might use the word 'aroma'?

Back

Describing the smell of freshly baked bread.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

What is the opposite of 'thirsty'?

Back

Sated or quenched.

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CCSS.L.3.4A

CCSS.L.4.4A

CCSS.L.4.5C

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

How can context help in understanding the meaning of unfamiliar words?

Back

Context provides clues about the meaning based on how the word is used in a sentence.

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CCSS.L.3.2E

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.6.6