
BELLRINGER: Context Clues (Week 8, Day 5)
Authored by Shannon Robinson
English
6th - 12th Grade

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 20 pts
What is the meaning of the underlined word?
Both sides in the election contest are throwing accusations at each other. The Gore supporters claim Governor Bush is tryin to thwart the will of the people. The Bush supporters say Mr. Gore is trying to create votes or assign choices to people who did not really cast votes for president.
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Figure out
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2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 20 pts
What is the meaning of the underlined word?
There is a legal battle raging and the judges are concerned that time is running out. Lawyers are being asked to expedite the matter by getting their paperwork in early.
Quicken
Agree on
Sue
Discuss
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 20 pts
What is the meaning of the underlined word?
The Florida legislature believes that it has the power to choose the winner of the election if the courts haven't finished their work by December 12. Both houses are controlled by Republicans and they would surely resolve the matter in Bush's favor.
Cancel
Consider
Debate
Settle
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 20 pts
What is the meaning of the underlined word?
The election could actually end up being decided in the U. S. Congress. Al Gore's presidential running mate, Joe Lieberman, and perhaps Mr. Gore himself, would be able to vote on the matter. Some would argue that they should recuse themselves, but they would probably exercise their right to vote.
Step aside and not be involved
Admit that you are wrong
Leave the country
Insist on being heard
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 20 pts
What is the meaning of the underlined word?
If you count all the votes in an area that heavily supports candidate A, and only some of the votes in an area that heavily supports candidate B, you'll skew the results in favor of candidate A.
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Ignore
Slant
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