English Language Arts Vocabulary

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Analyze

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To examine methodically and in detail the constitution or structure of something, typically for purposes of explanation and interpretation.

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Explicit

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Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

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Infer/Inference

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To deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.

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Cite

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To quote or refer to a source as evidence for an argument or statement.

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Textual Evidence

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Evidence from a text that supports an argument or claim.

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Central Idea

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The main point or theme of a text.

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Convey/Conveyed

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To communicate or make known.

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Objective Summary

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A brief and unbiased summary of a text.

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Analyze Key Individual/Event/Idea

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To examine the importance and impact of a specific person, event, or idea in a text.

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Introduce

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To present or bring something into use or operation for the first time.