Academic Vocabulary 1-50 Quiz

Scientists must carefully ​ (a)   data by breaking it down into smaller parts before they can ​ (b)   what actually happened during the experiment. When they present their findings, they need to ​ (c)   their methods by showing that their approach was reasonable and followed scientific guidelines.

• analyze
• conclude
• justify

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

After reading the mystery novel, I tried to ​ (a)   who the culprit was based on the subtle clues the author had provided. The detective in the story needed to gather enough ​ (b)   to ​ (c)   that the suspicious neighbor was actually innocent.

• infer
• evidence
• verify

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

The debate team had to ​ (a)   their position with logical arguments while also being able to ​ (b)   between facts and opinions. Their ability to remain ​ (c)   during the heated discussion impressed the judges, as their arguments were based on research rather than personal feelings.

• assert
• distinguish
• objective

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

The principal asked the student council to ​ (a)   the survey results to determine what changes would make the school better. They needed to reach a ​ (b)   about their top priorities before they could ​ (c)   any new policies in the school.

• analyze
• consensus
• implement

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

We needed to ​ (a)   the old map to figure out where the treasure might be hidden. This was a ​ (b)   task that required us to be very careful with the fragile document. After finding several landmarks, we could ​ (c)   the location on a modern map.

• decipher
• deliberate
• verify

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CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

The teacher asked students to write a ​ (a)   analysis of the poem, considering all aspects from structure to symbolism. She wanted them to ​ (b)   any confusing passages by explaining their meaning in simpler terms and to ​ (c)   evidence from the text to support their interpretations.

• comprehensive
• clarify
• incorporate

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Before starting the group project, we had to ​ (a)   what each person would contribute. Being ​ (b)   was essential for our success, as we all needed to work together effectively. We made a ​ (c)   plan that listed each step in detail.

• specify
• cooperative
• comprehensive

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CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

The news reporter tried to remain ​ (a)   when covering the political ​ (b)   , even though people on both sides had strong opinions. She needed to ​ (c)   that her personal views might affect her reporting if she wasn't careful.

• objective
• acknowledge
• controversy

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CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

The coach would ​ (a)   the importance of teamwork before every game. He would ​ (b)   when players weren't following instructions, offering guidance to help them improve. His ​ (c)   approach helped the team overcome many challenges during the difficult season.

• emphasize
• intervene
• deliberate

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CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

The author's ​ (a)   language in the final chapter left readers unsure about the main character's fate. This was a ​ (b)   choice, as it allowed readers to ​ (c)   their own conclusions based on the clues scattered throughout the novel.

• ambiguous
• deliberate
• derive

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CCSS.RL.9-10.5