Exploring Complex Vocabulary Concepts

Analyze the role of a "renegade" in a historical context. How might their actions impact the group they leave and the group they join?

• They strengthen the group they leave by providing a common enemy.

• They weaken the group they leave and potentially strengthen the group they join.

• They have no significant impact on either group.

• They create confusion in both groups without any long-term effects.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

Consider the concept of "canon" in literature. How does the inclusion or exclusion of certain works in a literary canon affect the perception of an author's contribution to literature?

• It has no effect on the perception of the author's contribution.

• It can enhance or diminish the perceived value of the author's work.

• It only affects the author's popularity, not their contribution.

• It solely depends on the author's personal reputation.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RI.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

CCSS.RL.K.6

Evaluate the impact of "blasphemy" in a society where religion plays a central role. What are the potential social and legal consequences for individuals accused of blasphemy?

• They may face social ostracism but no legal consequences.

• They may face both social ostracism and legal penalties.

• They are often celebrated for their bravery.

• They are usually ignored by society.

Discuss how a "denouement" in a narrative can influence the audience's understanding of the story's themes. Provide an example of a story where the denouement significantly altered the audience's perception.

• The denouement often confuses the audience.

• The denouement clarifies unresolved plot points and reinforces themes.

• The denouement is irrelevant to the story's themes.

• The denouement typically introduces new themes.

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CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.5.7

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.6.9

Analyze the strategic use of "edict" by a ruler in maintaining control over a population. What are the potential benefits and drawbacks of relying on edicts?

• Edicts are always beneficial and have no drawbacks.

• Edicts can enforce order but may lead to resistance if perceived as unjust.

• Edicts are ineffective in maintaining control.

• Edicts only benefit the ruler without affecting the population.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Examine the role of "cadence" in effective public speaking. How can a speaker's use of cadence influence their audience's engagement and understanding?

• Cadence has no impact on audience engagement.

• Cadence can enhance engagement and clarify the speaker's message.

• Cadence only affects the speaker's confidence, not the audience.

• Cadence is irrelevant in public speaking.

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

Consider the concept of "usurp" in a political context. What are the potential consequences for a society when power is usurped?

• Usurpation always leads to positive change.

• Usurpation can lead to instability and conflict.

• Usurpation has no impact on society.

• Usurpation is typically ignored by the populace.

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CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Discuss the significance of "vestment" in religious ceremonies. How do vestments contribute to the perception of authority and tradition within a religious context?

• Vestments have no significance in religious ceremonies.

• Vestments symbolize authority and reinforce tradition.

• Vestments are purely decorative and have no deeper meaning.

• Vestments are only important in non-religious contexts.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.2

CCSS.RI.11-12.2

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Evaluate the role of a "triumvirate" in governance. What are the potential advantages and disadvantages of having a triumvirate in power?

• A triumvirate always leads to efficient governance.

• A triumvirate can balance power but may lead to internal conflict.

• A triumvirate is ineffective and leads to chaos.

• A triumvirate has no impact on governance.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Analyze how "stricture" can be used as a tool for social control. What are the potential effects of strictures on individual freedom and societal progress?

• Strictures always promote individual freedom.

• Strictures can limit freedom and hinder progress.

• Strictures have no effect on society.

• Strictures only affect the economy, not individual freedom.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2