What does 'contradict' mean?

to go against or say the opposite of what someone else is doing or saying

What does 'diction' refer to?

to the words someone chooses to use, and how they choose to use them

What does 'indicate' mean?

to point something out or present evidence

What does 'vindicate' mean?

to justify, prove, or reinforce an idea; or to absolve from guilt

What does the word 'precarious' mean? Fill in the blank: Example: The climber's precarious position on the cliff edge made everyone hold their breath.

describes something that is not secure or full of difficulties

describes something that is very comfortable and safe

describes something that is extremely boring

describes something that is very colorful

What does the word 'precocious' mean? Fill in the blank:

describes someone that shows advanced intelligence or skill at an unusually young age

describes someone who is always late to events

describes someone who is very shy and reserved

describes someone who dislikes learning new things

What does the word 'precursor' mean? Fill in the blank: 'Precursor' is a __. Example: The economic downturn was a precursor to widespread social unrest.

a first event that is responsible for the development or existence of the second event

a sudden and unexpected outcome

a minor detail with little significance

an unrelated event that occurs simultaneously

What does the word 'premonition' mean? Fill in the blank: 'Premonition' is ... Example: She had a premonition of danger before the accident occurred.

an early warning about a future event or a feeling of evil to come

What does the word 'prerogative' mean? Fill in the blank: 'Prerogative' is ... Example: It is the manager’s prerogative to approve or deny any vacation requests.

one’s right or privilege to do something

a type of punishment for wrongdoing

a mandatory rule everyone must follow

an official document issued by a government

What does the word 'cognition' mean? Fill in the blank: 'Cognition' is ___ . Example: The study examined the effects of sleep deprivation on human cognition.

the psychological result of perception and learning and reasoning

What does the word 'cognizant' mean? Fill in the blank:

having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception

being unaware or ignorant of something

showing a lack of interest or concern

acting without any prior thought or consideration

What does the word 'cognitive' mean? Fill in the blank:

describes those things related to judgement, memory, and other mental processes of knowing

relates to physical strength and endurance

pertains to emotional feelings only

is associated with financial decision making

What does the word 'connoisseur' mean? Fill in the blank:

an appreciative, informed, and knowledgeable judge of the fine arts

a person who dislikes art and music

someone who is careless about details

What does the word 'incognito' mean? Fill in the blank:

describes someone who is using a false name and/or has changed their appearance in order not to be recognized

refers to someone who is extremely wealthy

means someone who is very talkative

describes a person who is always late

What does the word 'defer' mean?

To put something off until a later time, or to respectfully give in to someone else’s decision.

To make a quick decision without thinking.

To argue with someone forcefully.

What does the word 'derive' mean?

To get something from something else, like figuring it out, creating it from something else, or tracing its origin back to something.

To destroy something completely.

To ignore something intentionally.

To make something more complicated.

What does the word 'derogatory' mean?

Saying something mean or disrespectful that puts someone down.

Describing something as beautiful.

Roots, Prefixes, & Suffixes - Lesson 1: Words & Definitions

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the prefix 're-' mean?

to say, to use words

again, back

before, ahead

not, without

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the root 'dict' mean?

to move

to say, to use words

to see

to write

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of the word 'readjust'?

to restore to friendship

to adjust (something or oneself) again

to indulge in recollection

to withstand difficulties

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'reconcile' mean?

to indulge in recollection

to restore to friendship or harmony

to issue commands

to justify or prove

Tags

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

30 sec • 1 pt

Fill in the blank: The report was filled with ______ information, repeating the same statistic in multiple sections.

redundant

essential

accurate

innovative

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'reminisce' mean?

to indulge in enjoyable recollection of past events

to point out evidence

to issue commands

to restore harmony

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'resilient' mean?

to justify or prove

to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions

to adjust again

to use words

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

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Roots, Prefixes, & Suffixes - Lesson 1: Words & Definitions

What does the prefix 're-' mean?

What does the root 'dict' mean?

What is the meaning of the word 'readjust'?

What does 'reconcile' mean?

Fill in the blank: The report was filled with ______ information, repeating the same statistic in multiple sections.

What does 'reminisce' mean?

What does 'resilient' mean?

What does 'contradict' mean?

Fill in the blank: The strict company policy seemed to ______ every aspect of the employees’ daily routine.

What does 'diction' refer to?

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