Understanding Key Vocabulary Terms

Which of the following best defines the word "DESCRIBE"?

• To make a decision about something

• To give a detailed account of something

• To identify differences between things

• To create a plan or idea

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "DISTINGUISH."

• She distinguished the cake by adding more sugar.

• He could distinguish the twins by their different hairstyles.

• They distinguished the room by painting it blue.

• We distinguished the book by reading it quickly.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What does the word "EVALUATE" mean?

• To explain something in detail

• To judge or determine the value of something

• To create a new idea

• To identify something

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In which context is the word "EXPLAIN" used correctly?

• She explained the math problem by solving it step by step.

• He explained the cake by eating it.

• They explained the room by painting it.

• We explained the book by closing it.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following sentences uses the word "FORMULATE" correctly?

• She formulated the cake by eating it.

• He formulated a plan to improve his grades.

• They formulated the room by cleaning it.

• We formulated the book by reading it.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the definition of "IDENTIFY"?

• To create something new

• To recognize or point out something

• To explain something in detail

• To judge the value of something

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which example best illustrates the use of "DESCRIBE"?

• She described the sunset as a beautiful blend of orange and pink.

• He described the cake by eating it.

• They described the room by painting it.

• We described the book by closing it.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Select the sentence that correctly uses the word "DISTINGUISH."

• She distinguished the cake by baking it.

• He distinguished the sound of a violin from a cello.

• They distinguished the room by decorating it.

• We distinguished the book by writing in it.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following best defines the word "EVALUATE"?

• To create a new idea

• To judge or determine the value of something

• To explain something in detail

• To recognize something

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "EXPLAIN."

• She explained the recipe by cooking it.

• He explained the math problem by showing each step.

• They explained the room by cleaning it.

• We explained the book by closing it.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept