to figure something out by using evidence and reasoning: "read between the lines"

to make something clear by using relevant facts or ideas

to briefly share the main points about something

to explain something in understandable terms

What does the word 'articulate' mean in the context of communication?

A) To express an idea clearly and effectively

Which of the following sentences uses the word 'meticulous' correctly?

C) The meticulous artist paid attention to every detail in her painting.

A) She was meticulous in her work, often missing important details.

B) His meticulous nature meant he was often careless.

D) He was meticulous, always rushing through tasks.

Identify the correct use of the word 'ambiguous' in a sentence.

A) The instructions were ambiguous, leaving everyone confused.

B) Her speech was ambiguous, making her point very clear.

C) He was ambiguous in his actions, always predictable.

D) The ambiguous weather was sunny and clear.

What is the meaning of the word 'contemplate'?

B) To think deeply about something

A) To ignore something completely

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word 'elaborate'.

A) She asked him to elaborate on his plan, wanting more details.

B) He was elaborate, always giving short answers.

C) The elaborate instructions were brief and to the point.

D) She was elaborate, often ignoring the details.

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8th Grade

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

analyze

to communicate an idea; to carry an idea or message across to the other

to give the meaning of something

to examine something in detail in order to understand it

to defend; to back up with reasoning and/or evidence

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Explain

to make something clear by using description, relevant fact, or ideas

to point out; to show

to show; to explain something in clear terms

to briefly share the main points of something

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CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

illustrate

to defend; to back up with reasoning and/or evidence

to point out; to show

to briefly share the main points of something

to make something more clear or visible

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

interpret

to explain the meaning of something; to present something in understandable terms

to make something more clear and visible

to point out; to show

to give the meaning of something

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

the school clinic

comfortable

good health

great pain

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CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Summarize

to communicate an idea; to carry an idea or message across to the reader

to note details about something

to point out; to show

to briefly share the main points of something

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

demonstrate

to note details about something

to show; to explain something in clear terms

to defend; to back up with reasoning and/or evidence

to communicate an idea; to carry an idea or message across to the reader

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

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Test Prep Vocabulary

analyze

Explain

illustrate

interpret

What is the meaning of the underlined word?

Summarize

demonstrate

indicate

infer

describe

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