U1 Words You Must Know

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history

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an account of the past based on evidence from multiple sources and multiple perspectives

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cite

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To select and use a quote from a source as evidence to support or justify a claim

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compare

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To find similarities between two or more concepts or ideas

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contrast

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To find differences between two or more concepts or ideas

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infer

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To conclude by reasoning from

evidence

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bias

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When a writer or speaker exhibits a partiality for or prejudice against a person, a topic, or an idea

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perspective or point of view

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How a person sees & understands events-often influenced by many factors

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purpose

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The reason a source is created

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turning point

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A major event, idea, or development that brings about significant change.

It can be local, regional, national, or global.

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evaluate

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To form an opinion or judgement about the content, quality, validity, or effectiveness of ideas or information