What does it mean to convey something?

To hide or obscure information.

What does it mean to compare?

To examine the similarities between two or more items.

To examine the differences between two or more items.

To ignore the details of two or more items.

To summarize two or more items.

What does it mean to contrast?

To examine the differences between two or more items.

To examine the similarities between two or more items.

To ignore the differences between two or more items.

What is personification?

A figure of speech where human qualities are given to animals, objects, or ideas.

A type of metaphor used in poetry.

A narrative technique used in novels.

A style of writing used in technical manuals.

What does it mean to "emphasize" something in writing or speaking?

To give special importance or prominence

What is the "author's purpose"?

The reason an author decides to write about a specific topic

What is a "claim" in writing?

An assertion or statement that something is the case, typically without providing evidence or proof

A detailed description of a character

What does it mean to "infer" information?

To deduce or conclude information from evidence and reasoning

A figure of speech comparing two unlike things using 'like' or 'as'

What is a "metaphor"?

A figure of speech that directly refers to one thing by mentioning another for rhetorical effect

A literal description of an object

What does the term "Distinguish" mean?

To recognize or treat as different.

What is "Alliteration"?

The occurrence of the same letter or sound at the beginning of adjacent or closely connected words.

A type of rhyme scheme in poetry.

The use of metaphor in writing.

A form of narrative storytelling.

What is "Figurative Language"?

Language that uses words or expressions with a meaning different from the literal interpretation.

Language that is straightforward and literal.

Language that is used in legal documents.

Language that is only used in poetry.

What does "Author's Claim" refer to?

A statement or assertion put forth by the author as true.

A question posed by the author.

A fictional story created by the author.

A summary of the author's work.

What is "Onomatopoeia"?

A word that phonetically imitates, resembles, or suggests the sound it describes.

What does "Hyperbole" mean?

Exaggerated statements or claims not meant to be taken literally.

What does the term "Author's Position" refer to?

The stance or viewpoint the author takes on a particular issue

The central topic of a narrative

A grouped set of lines within a poem

Visually descriptive language in a literary work

What is a "Stanza" in poetry?

A grouped set of lines within a poem, often set off by a blank line or indentation

The general character of a piece of writing

The central topic of a narrative

What does "Reveal" mean?

The central topic of a narrative

The general character of a place

A grouped set of lines within a poem

What is the "Theme" of a narrative?

The central topic, subject, or message within a narrative

The stance or viewpoint the author takes

Visually descriptive language in a literary work

The general character of a place

What does "Imagery" refer to in literature?

Visually descriptive or figurative language, especially in a literary work

The stance or viewpoint the author takes

The central topic of a narrative

A grouped set of lines within a poem

What is meant by "Tone" in writing?

The general character or attitude of a place, piece of writing, situation, etc.

The central topic of a narrative

A grouped set of lines within a poem

What does the term "Mood" refer to in a work of art?

The atmosphere or pervading tone

A particular attitude or point of view

What is the "Plot" in a story, novel, or play?

The atmosphere or pervading tone

A particular attitude or point of view

How is "Perspective" defined?

A particular attitude or point of view

The atmosphere or pervading tone

What does it mean to "Quote" something?

To repeat or copy out words from a text or speech

To arrange parts of something complex

To have an effect on development

To describe the sequence of events

What does "Influenced" mean?

Having an effect on the character, development, or behavior

A particular attitude or point of view

What is meant by "Structure" in a complex entity?

The arrangement of and relations between parts

The atmosphere or pervading tone

A particular attitude or point of view

What does the word "Imply" mean?

To strongly suggest the truth or existence of something

What is the meaning of "Selection"?

A range of things from which a choice may be made

What does "Relevant" mean?

Closely connected or appropriate to what is being done or considered

Academic Vocabulary #3

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English

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7th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Easy

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CCSS

L.7.6, L.6.6, L.11-12.4C

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38 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term "Contribute" mean?

To take away from others

To give or supply in common with others

To ignore a common purpose

To compete with others

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an "Objective Summary"?

A detailed personal opinion

A brief restatement of the main points without personal opinion

A fictional story

A persuasive argument

Tags

CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the definition of "Effect"?

A cause of an action

A change that is a result or consequence of an action

An unrelated event

A random occurrence

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does "Affect" mean?

To have an influence on or make a change in

To remain unchanged

To be unaffected by

To ignore completely

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CCSS.L.3.2F

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of "Significance"?

The quality of being unimportant

The quality of being worthy of attention; importance

The quality of being irrelevant

The quality of being unnoticed

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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

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is descriptive language?

Language that uses technical terms and jargon.

Language that creates a picture in the mind of the reader by using vivid details and sensory words.

Language that is simple and straightforward.

Language that is used in formal writing only.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term "central idea" refer to?

The title of a text.

The main point or underlying message of a text.

The first sentence of a paragraph.

The conclusion of a text.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

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