Context Clues 2 - Common Core Vocabulary

The scientist realized the data was inaccurate because it didn’t match the results of previous experiments. What does “inaccurate” mean?

• Correct

• Precise

• Wrong

• Helpful

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4

An essay, like a story or article, is a written piece where the author presents their ideas or arguments. What does “essay” mean?

• Drawing

• Writing

• Game

• Formula

The prefix "un-" is an affix added to words to give them a negative meaning, such as "unhappy" or "unkind." What does “affix” mean?

• A letter

• A word part

• A sentence

• A punctuation mark

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

The teacher explained that “happy” and “sad” are antonyms because they have opposite meanings. What does “antonym” mean?

• Same meaning

• Opposite meaning

• Similar word

• Description

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

During the debate, one team presented a counterargument, disagreeing with the claims made by the other team. What does “counterargument” mean?

• Agreement

• Supporting idea

• Opposing idea

• Repetition

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CCSS.W.9-10.1B

The citizens decided to oppose the new policy because they believed it would harm the environment. What does “oppose” mean?

• Support

• Agree with

• Disagree with

• Ignore

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

Hot and cold are examples of opposite terms, as they describe entirely different temperatures. What does “opposite” mean?

• The same

• Similar

• Very different

• Warm

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

The student showed potential in math, solving problems faster than anyone else in the class. What does “potential” mean?

• Failure

• Ability

• Struggle

• Uncertainty

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

The accuracy of the report was proven when it perfectly matched the verified data. What does “accuracy” mean?

• Mistake

• Exactness

• Doubt

• Error

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4

The text on the sign was so faded that it was impossible to read. What does “text” mean?

• Drawing

• Written words

• A symbol

• A shape

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CCSS.L.9-10.4

CCSS.L.9-10.4A