SBAC 6th Grade ELA Vocabulary Flashcard

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Analyze

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To examine something in detail to understand it better or draw conclusions.

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Compare

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To identify similarities between two or more things.

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Contrast

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Identify differences between two or more things.

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Describe

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Give a detailed description of something, explaining its characteristics.

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Speculate

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To make a guess about something without evidence.

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Explain

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Make something clear or easy to understand.

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Identify

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To recognize or name someone or something.

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Infer

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Draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning.

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Interpret

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Explain the meaning of something, especially in your own words.

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Summarize

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Briefly describe the main points or ideas of something.