VOCABULARY IN CONTEXT

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What does the phrase 'at a premium' mean?

Back

It means 'not very numerous' or 'in limited supply'.

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CCSS.L.4.5B

CCSS.L.5.5B

Front

What does the word 'symbolize' mean?

Back

It means 'to represent' something.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

Front

What does the word 'tranquil' mean?

Back

It means 'peaceful' or 'calm'.

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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 is a synonym for the word 'rugged'?

Back

A synonym is 'sturdy'.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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What does the word 'lethal' mean?

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It means 'deadly'.

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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 'context' refer to in vocabulary?

Back

It refers to the circumstances or setting in which a word is used, which helps determine its meaning.

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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 importance of understanding vocabulary in context?

Back

It helps in grasping the intended meaning of words based on their usage in sentences.

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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 a synonym for 'represent'?

Back

A synonym is 'symbolize'.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Front

What does 'peaceful' mean?

Back

It means free from disturbance; tranquil.

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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

Front

What is a synonym for 'sturdy'?

Back

A synonym is 'rugged'.

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CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A