General Vocab Quiz 2 HONORS

What is the correct definition of the word "bias"?

• A logical argument based on evidence

• A tendency to favor one side or perspective over others, often in an unfair way

• The use of figurative language in writing

• A detailed explanation of a topic

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

Which of the following best defines "diction"?

• The process of making something clear

• The choice and use of words in speech or writing

• A false or mistaken idea

• The act of drawing a conclusion

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Spell the word that means "to make something easier to understand."

• Clarify

• Clarafy

• Clarrify

• Clarifie

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

True or False: "Explicit" means something is stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

• True

• False

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

Fill in the blank: A ________ is a mistaken belief, especially one based on unsound argument.

• Context

• Fallacy

• Irony

• Coherent

Tags

CCSS.RH.9-10.4

Which word means "to add more detail or information to something"?

• Infer

• Elaborate

• Imply

• Bias

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

Which of the following is the best definition of "context"?

• The use of irony in a story

• The circumstances or setting surrounding a word, event, or situation

• The act of clarifying a statement

• A controversial topic

Tags

CCSS.RH.9-10.4

Which word is used to describe language that is not meant to be taken literally?

• Figurative

• Explicit

• Coherent

• Clarify

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CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Which of the following best describes a "controversial" topic?

• A topic that is easy to understand

• A topic that is widely accepted by everyone

• A topic that causes disagreement or public debate

• A topic that is explained in detail

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CCSS.L.9-10.6

Which word means "to suggest or express something indirectly"?

• Infer

• Imply

• Clarify

• Explicit

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CCSS.L.9-10.6