Dictionary Based Vocabulary Questions (reading STAAR Prep)

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What does the word 'elite' mean in the context of athletes?

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The word 'elite' refers to the best or finest examples of a group, in this case, the top athletes representing their countries.

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

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The Latin root 'sidere' means 'to sink', which helps us understand that 'subside' means to lessen or decrease.

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What does 'wistfully' mean in the context of watching others enjoy a festival?

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'Wistfully' means with sadness, reflecting a longing or desire for something that one cannot have.

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What does the Latin root 'ob' suggest about the meaning of 'obstructs'?

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The Latin root 'ob' means 'in the way', indicating that 'obstructs' means to hinder or block.

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

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'Strange' means out of the ordinary, indicating something unfamiliar or unusual.

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What is the purpose of using context clues in reading?

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Context clues help readers infer the meanings of unfamiliar words based on the surrounding text.

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How can understanding word roots enhance vocabulary skills?

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Understanding word roots allows students to decode unfamiliar words and grasp their meanings more easily.

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What is a synonym for 'hinders' as used in the context of obstructing traffic?

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A synonym for 'hinders' is 'blocks', meaning to prevent movement or progress.

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What does the word 'lessen' mean in relation to the water subsiding?

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'Lessen' means to reduce in amount or intensity, as in the water level going down.

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What does it mean to 'beam with pride'?

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To 'beam with pride' means to show a bright smile and express happiness about an achievement.