Standardized Test Vocabulary - List 2

What does the word "explicit" mean as used in a text?

• Clearly stated and leaving no room for confusion

• Hidden or implied

• Related to graphics

• Describing a relationship

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which of the following best describes the tone of a court opinion compared to a newspaper article?

• More formal and objective

• More humorous and casual

• Less informative

• More graphic

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the meaning of the word "propose" in the sentence: "The author proposes a new solution to the problem"?

• To reject

• To suggest

• To describe

• To examine

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following is an example of textual evidence?

• A direct quote from the text

• A personal opinion

• A graphic illustration

• A summary of the author's intention

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CCSS.RI.9-10.1

In the sentence, "The author’s intention is revealed through the use of descriptive language," what does "intention" mean?

• The author’s plan or purpose

• The author’s graphic

• The author’s example

• The author’s relationship

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Given the sentence, "The phrase 'cold shoulder' is used in the text," what does this phrase most likely mean?

• To ignore someone

• To feel cold

• To describe a relationship

• To propose an idea

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Read the following sentence: "The author uses the word 'graphic' to describe the vivid details in the story." Based on the context, what does "graphic" mean?

• Relating to pictures

• Very clear and detailed

• Similar in meaning to 'implicit'

• A type of relationship

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which phrase from the text best supports the idea that the author is critical of the new policy?

• "The policy fails to address key issues."

• "The policy was announced last week."

• "Many people attended the meeting."

• "The author describes the policy in detail."

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CCSS.RI.9-10.1

Examine the following excerpt: "The author describes the relationship between the two characters as strained." Which word in the sentence helps you understand the meaning of "strained"?

• Describes

• Relationship

• Between

• Characters

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CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which of the following best explains the difference between explicit and implicit information in a text?

• Explicit information is directly stated; implicit information is suggested but not directly stated.

• Explicit information is always figurative; implicit information is always technical.

• Explicit information is found in graphics; implicit information is found in phrases.

• Explicit information is less important than implicit information.

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CCSS.RI.9-10.4