Exploring Complex Vocabulary Concepts_V3

Analyze the following scenario: A university is facing a conundrum regarding whether to increase tuition fees to improve facilities or to keep them the same to maintain accessibility. What strategic steps should the provost take to address this issue effectively?

• Conduct a survey among students and faculty to gather opinions and data.

• Immediately increase the tuition fees without consultation.

• Ignore the issue and maintain the status quo.

• Implement changes based on assumptions without evidence.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Given the definition of "expound," which of the following strategies would best help a student expound on a complex theory in a research paper?

• Use only personal opinions without referencing existing literature.

• Systematically present the theory with supporting evidence and examples.

• Write a brief summary without detailed explanation.

• Avoid using any technical terms or jargon.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Imagine you are tasked with improving the affability of a team that is known for being unapproachable. Which strategic plan would be most effective?

• Enforce strict rules to ensure compliance.

• Organize team-building activities to foster a friendly environment.

• Ignore the issue and hope it resolves itself.

• Replace the entire team with new members.

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CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

A company is facing ignominy due to a public scandal. What strategic actions should the leadership take to restore the company's reputation?

• Deny all allegations and refuse to comment.

• Acknowledge the issue, apologize, and implement corrective measures.

• Blame external factors and avoid taking responsibility.

• Ignore the scandal and continue business as usual.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

Consider a landscape that is described as undulating. How might an artist strategically use this characteristic to enhance a painting?

• Depict the landscape as completely flat.

• Emphasize the smooth, flowing lines to create a sense of movement.

• Use only straight lines and sharp angles.

• Paint the landscape in monochrome colors.

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CCSS.L.4.5

CCSS.L.5.5

CCSS.L.6.5

CCSS.L.7.5

CCSS.L.8.5

A new policy is described as unprecedented. What strategic approach should a policymaker take to ensure its successful implementation?

• Implement the policy without any prior research or pilot testing.

• Conduct thorough research and pilot tests to gather data and feedback.

• Disregard any potential challenges or opposition.

• Assume the policy will succeed without any adjustments.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

A student feels indignant about a perceived unfair grading system. What strategic steps should they take to address their concerns?

• Complain to peers without taking any formal action.

• Gather evidence and present a well-reasoned case to the administration.

• Drop the course without discussing the issue.

• Accept the situation without question.

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CCSS.RL.11-12.6

In a debate, one participant presents an implausible argument. What strategic approach should the opposing participant take to effectively counter this argument?

• Ignore the argument and focus on unrelated points.

• Use evidence and logical reasoning to highlight the flaws in the argument.

• Resort to personal attacks on the participant.

• Agree with the argument to avoid conflict.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

A city council is considering a stark redesign of a public park. What strategic considerations should be taken into account to ensure community support?

• Implement the redesign without consulting the community.

• Engage with community members to gather input and address concerns.

• Focus solely on cost-cutting measures.

• Ignore environmental impacts of the redesign.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

A historian is tasked with verifying the verity of a newly discovered document. What strategic steps should they take to ensure its authenticity?

• Accept the document as authentic without any verification.

• Conduct a thorough analysis using historical context and expert opinions.

• Disregard the document due to its age.

• Publish the document without any further research.

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CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6