Vocabulary Flashcard for Grade 10

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What does the word 'peculiar' mean?

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Not usual or normal; odd.

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What is a 'lapel'?

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One of the two folds of fabric that are below the collar on the front of a coat or jacket.

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Define 'syntax'.

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The order of words in a sentence or passage.

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What does 'resignation' refer to?

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Accepting something that is bound to happen.

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What does it mean to 'deride' someone?

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To make fun of in a hateful way.

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What is the importance of vocabulary in understanding texts?

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Vocabulary helps in comprehending the meaning of texts and enhances communication.

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How can context clues help in understanding unfamiliar words?

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Context clues provide hints or information surrounding a word that can help deduce its meaning.

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What is a synonym for 'peculiar'?

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Strange or unusual.

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What is an antonym for 'resignation'?

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Defiance or resistance.

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How does syntax affect the meaning of a sentence?

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Syntax determines how words are arranged, which can change the meaning of a sentence.