Dictionary Skills

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The Latin word sidere means 'to sink'--this would help a reader to know that the word subside used in the sentence below means to--
The water will subside and the flooding stop if the rain lets up soon. 

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lessen

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Apprehensive: I felt a little apprehensive the first time I traveled alone.

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worried

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Intrigued: I was intrigued by the book and wanted to learn more.

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interested

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The Latin word ob, meaning “in the way,” helps the reader understand that the word obstructs in the sentence below means —
The construction truck parked on the freeway often obstructs traffic during rush hour. 

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hinders

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Which page would you find the word grind? Options: 32, 117, 97, 122

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117

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Which word would you find on the same page as the following guide words;
pedal--pelt

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peek

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I could hear the car's tire pop when it drove over the nail. Which dictionary entry gives the BEST meaning for the word pop? Options: 1. to open wide 2. to move quickly 3. to make a short, sharp sound 4. to let go of

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3. to make a short, sharp sound

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Meaning of 'raise' in the context: Families could carry only those possessions that would fit in a prairie schooner, or covered wagon. Toys, furniture, books, extra linens and clothing—even family heirlooms—were sold to raise money for the trip.

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to collect

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What is this: This is a:

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guide word

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Which word comes LAST in ABC order? pixie, pizza, place, pit

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place