Dictionary Based Vocabulary Questions (reading STAAR Prep)

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

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worried

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

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with sadness

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What does the Latin root 'ob' in 'obstructs' imply about the word's meaning?

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hinders

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What does 'elite' mean in the context of athletes representing their country?

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country's finest examples

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What does 'intrigued' mean in the context of being interested in a book?

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interested

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What are context clues?

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Hints or information in a text that help readers understand the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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How can understanding word roots help in vocabulary?

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It provides clues about the meaning of the word.

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What is the purpose of using synonyms in context clues?

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To help clarify the meaning of a word by providing a similar word.

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What does it mean to infer meaning from context?

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To deduce or conclude the meaning of a word based on surrounding text.

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What is a synonym for 'worried'?

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apprehensive