StudySync Grade 11 Unit 2 Academic Vocabulary

How are the uses of acute similar?

Because the therapist showed empathy and an acute understanding of his situation, the patient let down his guard and spoke freely to her.

​ Scott rushed to the doctor when he felt acute pain in his abdomen, since he knew this might indicate appendicitis.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of sharpness.

• Both words relate to the idea of life.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of knowing.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of making something understandable.

• Both sentences relate to the idea of sticking.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

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How are the uses of adhere similar?

The cadet was discharged from the academy when he didn’t adhere to the rules.

As they decorated the gym for the dance, they rubbed the balloons against a piece of woolen cloth, creating static electricity that made them adhere to the wall.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of sharpness.

• Both words relate to the idea of life.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of knowing.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of making something understandable.

• Both sentences relate to the idea of sticking.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

How are the uses of recognize similar?

The evidence seems so conclusive that most likely the court will recognize Mr. Hamal as the legal heir.

During the ceremony, the president presented medals to recognize the veterans’ service to their country.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of sharpness.

• Both words relate to the idea of life.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of knowing.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of making something understandable.

• Both sentences relate to the idea of sticking.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

How are the uses of revive similar?

He thought the allegation had been put to rest, but his opponents were working to revive it.

The EMT’s efforts paid off and they were able to revive the heart attack victim.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of sharpness.

• Both words relate to the idea of life.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of knowing.

• Both meanings relate to the idea of making something understandable.

• Both sentences relate to the idea of sticking.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Since fishing is critical to the economy of the area, they anxiously awaited the improvement of the weather. As used in this sentence, “critical” most nearly means

• verging on a state of crisis

• needing careful evaluation

• absolutely necessary

• helpful and worthwhile

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CCSS.L.5.5C

He worried about becoming part of the establishment but felt the best way he could serve the people in his area was to run for Congress and be a voice for change. As used in this sentence, “establishment” most nearly means

• an organization united for a specific purpose

• the ruling class

• a political party

• the act of forming something

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

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The Internet is a vital medium for the expression of ideas and differing viewpoints, but it has to be used responsibly. As used in this sentence, “expression” most nearly means

• a look or tone of voice that shows a reactioin

• a word or phrase used in particular situations

• feelings revealed through a person's face

• communication of beliefs and opinions

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

After their lackluster performance, the coach urged the team to get a good night’s sleep so that they would show a higher energy level in tomorrow’s game. As used in this sentence, “level” most nearly means

• position on a scale of intensity

• having a flat surface

• aligned with the top of something

• sensible and level-headed

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

The artist’s use as grays, blacks, and olive greens to depict the deserted town created a sombre tone for the painting. As used in this sentence, “tone” most nearly means

• atmosphere

• quality of voice

• quality of different colors

• strength

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Diana's (a)   sense of smell got her a job at the parfumerie.

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CCSS.L.3.6

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