Week 1 Academic Vocabulary 6th Grade

Front

What does it mean to express something clearly?

Back

To express something clearly means to give clear information or communicate in a way that is easily understood.

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.4.10

Front

What is the meaning of the word 'instantaneously'?

Back

Instantaneously means done immediately or occurring without delay.

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

How would you describe something that is immense?

Back

If something is immense, it is very large.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

Front

What does it mean to denounce someone?

Back

To denounce someone means to publicly declare that person wrong or evil.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.1.6

Front

What is a misgiving?

Back

A misgiving is a serious concern or distrust about something.

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CCSS.L.3.2F

Front

What is the importance of academic vocabulary in understanding texts?

Back

Academic vocabulary is important because it helps students comprehend and engage with complex texts and concepts.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.RI.5.4

Front

How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?

Back

Context clues can provide hints or information surrounding an unfamiliar word, helping to infer its meaning.

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.2.4E

Front

What strategies can be used to improve vocabulary retention?

Back

Strategies include using flashcards, engaging in discussions, reading widely, and applying new words in writing.

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CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.7.2D

Front

What role does word morphology play in understanding vocabulary?

Back

Word morphology, the study of word forms and structures, helps in understanding the meanings of words by analyzing their prefixes, roots, and suffixes.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

How can synonyms and antonyms enhance vocabulary knowledge?

Back

Learning synonyms and antonyms helps to expand vocabulary by providing alternative words and understanding the nuances of meaning.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.5.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.5.5C

CCSS.L.7.5B