ELA IAR Test Prep

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What does the direction word 'Summarize' entail?

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To briefly share the main points of something.

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What does 'Describe' mean as a direction word?

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To note details about something.

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What does it mean to 'Define' something according to the direction words?

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To give the meaning (definition) of something.

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What does it mean to 'Infer' according to the direction words?

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To figure something out by using evidence and reasoning.

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What does the direction word 'Support' mean?

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To defend; to back up with reasoning and/or evidence.

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What does the direction word 'Analyze' mean?

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To examine something in detail to understand it better.

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What does 'Compare' mean as a direction word?

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To identify similarities and differences between two or more things.

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What does 'Contrast' mean in the context of direction words?

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To highlight the differences between two or more things.

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What does the direction word 'Evaluate' entail?

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To assess the value or significance of something.

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What does 'Interpret' mean as a direction word?

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To explain the meaning of something.