Vocabulary Questions (STAAR Prep)

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What does the word 'apprehensive' mean in the context of feeling nervous about traveling alone?

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Worried

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What does the Latin root 'sidere' imply about the word 'subside'?

Back

To lessen or decrease.

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In the context of springtime, what does 'light' refer to?

Back

The opposite of dark.

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What does the word 'strange' mean in the context of feeling shaky?

Back

Out of the ordinary.

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What does the word 'raise' mean in the context of selling possessions for money?

Back

To collect.

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What is a context clue?

Back

A hint or suggestion in the text that helps to understand the meaning of a word.

Front

How can understanding word roots help in vocabulary?

Back

It provides clues to the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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What is the importance of synonyms in vocabulary?

Back

They help to understand the meaning of a word by providing similar words.

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What does it mean to infer meaning from context?

Back

To deduce or conclude information from the surrounding text.

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What is a dictionary entry?

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A description of a word's meaning, pronunciation, and usage.