Critical Vocabulary - First 10 words

Which of the following is a synonym for "analyze"?

• Examine

• Assemble

• Ignore

• Synthesize

In the sentence, "Because Anna lies, we have to analyze what she says to find out what is true," what does the word "analyze" mean?

• Break down what Anna says to find the truth

• Believe everything Anna says

• Ignore what Anna says

• Combine Anna's statements

What is the definition of the word "articulate"?

• To express clearly

• To run quickly

• To forget easily

• To sleep soundly

Which of the following is an antonym for "articulate"?

• Pronounce

• State

• Mumble

• Express

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the word "articulate."

• She could articulate her ideas very clearly during the meeting.

• He articulate the ball across the field.

• The dog articulate loudly at night.

• They articulate their homework every day.

Which of the following is a synonym for "cite"?

• Disregard

• Quote

• Overlook

• Conceal

Which of the following is an antonym for "cite"?

• Name

• Mention

• Disregard

• Refer to

Why is it important to cite textual evidence when writing about a story?

• To show you have read the story and can support your ideas with proof

• To make your writing longer

• To confuse the reader

• To avoid using quotes

What does the image of apples and oranges on a balance represent in the context of "compare"?

• Finding differences between unrelated things

• Finding similarities and differences between two or more things

• Ignoring both items

• Only describing the apples

Which of the following is a synonym for "contrast"?

• Differentiate

• Compare

• Liken

• Equate