Analyze Word Meaning

Use context clues to figure out the meaning of the underlined word:

His emaciation, that is, his skeleton-like appearance, was frightening to see

• very scary

• skeleton-like

• strong

Use context clues to figure out the meaning of the underlined word:

Celestial bodies, including the sun, moon, and stars, have fascinated man through the centuries

• objects in the sky

• planets

• interesting topics

Things in a text that help a reader figure out the definition of an unknown word.

• Diction/Word Choice

• Connotation

• Figurative Meaning

• Context Clues

A word’s deeper meaning; what a word represents.

• Denotation

• Connotation

• Figurative Meaning

• Author's Purpose

Analyze the meaning of "anxiety" in the following sentence: "The night before the exam, she was filled with anxiety."

• She was very excited about the exam.

• She was worried and nervous about the exam.

• She was confident about the exam.

• She was indifferent about the exam.

What does "empower" mean in the context of education?

• To restrict students' abilities and freedoms.

• To provide students with the resources, confidence, and freedom to pursue their goals.

• To consume educational resources without sharing.

• To compel students to follow a strict set of rules.

Evaluate the usage of "convivial" in the following sentence: "The convivial atmosphere of the party made everyone feel at ease."

• The word is used incorrectly; it should describe a tense environment.

• The word is used correctly; it describes a lively and friendly environment.

• The word is used incorrectly; it should describe a quiet environment.

• The word is used correctly; it describes a formal and serious environment.

Evaluate the usage of "expound" in the following sentence: "The scientist expounded on her theory, providing detailed evidence and explanations."

• The word is used incorrectly; it should describe a brief mention.

• The word is used correctly; it describes a thorough and detailed explanation.

• The word is used incorrectly; it should describe a vague reference.

• The word is used correctly; it describes a casual remark.

Create a sentence using the word "eclectic" that demonstrates its meaning.

• Her eclectic taste in music included only classical composers.

• Her eclectic taste in music included a wide range of genres from jazz to rock.

• Her eclectic taste in music was limited to one genre.

• Her eclectic taste in music was focused solely on pop artists.

Using context clues, what does the word "tirade" most likely mean in the sentence: "The teacher went on a tirade about the importance of doing homework"?

• Short speech

• Long, angry speech

• Quiet discussion

• Happy announcement