6th grade vocabulary Georgia standards of excellence

What is the definition of 'analyze'?

• Inspect superficially and briefly

• Ignore completely

• Guess randomly

• Examine methodically and in detail

Define 'cite' in your own words.

• To quote or refer to a source of information in a scholarly work or document.

• To ride a bike

• To bake cookies

• To paint a picture

Explain the meaning of 'compare' in the context of vocabulary.

• To examine similarities and differences.

• To cook food

• To fly in the sky

• To dance in the rain

What does 'contrast' mean?

• To summarize the main points of a topic

• To show differences between two or more things.

• To blend two or more things together

• To highlight similarities between two or more things

Provide a definition for 'describe'.

• To give an account or representation in words of something, including its characteristics, features, or qualities.

• To solve a math problem

• To fly a plane

• To cook a meal

How would you define 'determine'?

• To ignore or overlook completely

• To guess or estimate vaguely

• To ascertain or establish exactly

• To change or modify slightly

What is the meaning of 'evidence'?

• A mathematical equation

• A type of fruit

• A fictional story

• Facts or information that can be used to prove something or support a conclusion.

Define 'interpret' based on your understanding.

• To dance ballet

• To explain the meaning of something or to understand information in a particular way.

• To fly a plane

• To cook food

Explain the term 'summarize'.

• To provide a detailed analysis of a single point

• To repeat verbatim the original text

• To provide a concise overview of the key elements or ideas.

• To elaborate extensively on a topic

What does 'support' mean in the context of vocabulary?

• To carry a heavy load

• To help, assist, or back up a claim or argument with evidence or reasoning

• To oppose or contradict a claim or argument

• To be indifferent or uninvolved