December 13 Vocabulary Review

What does the word corroborate mean?

• To confirm or give support to a statement, theory, or finding

• To contradict or oppose a statement, theory, or finding

• To ignore or dismiss a statement, theory, or finding

• To question or doubt a statement, theory, or finding

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does the word disparate mean?

• Similar

• Different

• Connected

• Identical

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does the word extrapolate mean?

• To infer or estimate by extending or projecting known information

• To remove or take out

• To describe or portray precisely

• To combine or unite into a single entity

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

What does the word laconic mean?

• Verbose

• Using very few words

• Complicated

• Emotional

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word pedantic mean?

• Overly concerned with minute details or formalisms

• Lacking in knowledge or awareness

• Having a cheerful and optimistic attitude

• Being innovative and creative

Tags

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

What does the word pragmatic mean?

• Practical and realistic

• Theoretical and abstract

• Emotional and sensitive

• Idealistic and hopeful

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does the word quintessential mean?

• A typical example of a quality or class

• A rare and unusual occurrence

• A complex and intricate design

• A temporary and fleeting moment

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does the word salient mean?

• Prominent or noticeable

• Hidden or obscure

• Unimportant or trivial

• Complex or intricate

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does the word spurious mean?

• Genuine

• False

• Expensive

• Common

Tags

CCSS.L.3.2F

What does the word syntax mean?

• The arrangement of words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language.

• A type of computer programming language.

• A set of rules for solving mathematical problems.

• The study of ancient languages.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4