Academic Vocabulary Quiz

Analyze means

• to examine in detail; break down

• quote as evidence for or justification

Claim means to

• state one's opinion about a topic.

• tell the facts and details.

Compare means

• supporting evidence or fact

• examine and note the similarities

Demonstrate means

• to clarify; examine

• clearly show the existence by showing proof or or evidence.

Evaluate means

• form an idea; analyze

• elaborate or expand

Evidence means

• Knowledge gained to support and idea (proof).

• to make plain or define.

Explicitly means

• in a clear and detailed manner.

• to find; to point out.

Infer means

• Identify;validate

• A logical conclusion based on evidence.

Summarize means

• Assist or reinforce

• Sum up your own words with facts.

Support means

• To assist or reinforce.

• Mention or make reference to.