Vocabulary • Ch 1.1 - The Hate U Give • Context Clues

The evidence provided was not relevant to the case.

 

What does the word 'relevant' mean?

• Important or closely related to something

• When something is opposite of expected

• To be extremely angry or upset

• To feel sorry and change your actions

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

She empowered herself by pursuing higher education and launching her own business.

 

What does the word 'empower' mean?

• To give someone the power to do something

• When something is opposite of expected

• The usual or normal setting or option

• To be extremely angry or upset

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

The city was in chaos as the protesters filled the streets.

 

What does the word 'chaos' mean?

• To tie or fasten with string or rope

• A state of confusion and disorder

• The usual or normal setting or option

• The smallest amount of money you can earn

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

She enjoys the tranquility of living in a suburban neighborhood.

 

What does the word 'suburban' mean?

• To remove or block certain information

• A state of confusion and disorder

• A prediction of what will happen in the future

• An area near a big city

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4

The dictator used his power to oppress the citizens, denying them basic rights and freedoms.

 

What does the word 'oppress' mean?

• Important or closely related to something

• To treat others cruelly and unfairly

• A lot of loud noise and activity

• When something is opposite of expected

Tags

CCSS.RI.1.4

CCSS.RI.2.4

CCSS.RI.3.4

CCSS.RI.K.4

CCSS.RL.3.4