Benchmark Review Introduction

Which category lists terms like analyze, infer, compare, contrast, evaluate, and synthesize?

• General vocabulary

• Academic vocabulary

• Content-specific vocabulary

• Colloquial vocabulary

Answer explanation

The terms analyze, infer, compare, contrast, evaluate, and synthesize are associated with higher-order thinking skills commonly used in academic settings, making 'Academic vocabulary' the correct choice.

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CCSS.RI.5.5

CCSS.RI.6.5

CCSS.RI.7.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

In the example "transportation," what does the suffix -ation mean according to the slide?

• Across

• Carry

• The act of

• Between

Answer explanation

The suffix -ation in "transportation" indicates "the act of" carrying or moving something. Therefore, the correct choice is "The act of." This suffix is commonly used to form nouns that describe a process or action.

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CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which statement best describes how to use context clues at the 8th-grade level?

• Look up every unfamiliar word in a dictionary immediately.

• Use clues in the sentence or paragraph to figure out unfamiliar words, paying attention to how the word is used and the context.

• Skip unfamiliar words and continue reading.

• Only rely on pictures to understand the word.

Answer explanation

The correct choice emphasizes using context clues within the sentence or paragraph to understand unfamiliar words, which is a key skill at the 8th-grade level. This approach helps improve vocabulary and comprehension.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which example shows a definition context clue?

• Carnivores, such as lions and tigers, hunt other animals.

• She was elated—so happy she couldn’t stop smiling.

• Unlike his usual polite tone, today he was brusque and impatient.

• The volcano was dormant, meaning it hadn’t erupted for years.

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'The volcano was dormant, meaning it hadn’t erupted for years,' provides a clear definition of 'dormant,' making it a definition context clue. The other options illustrate different contexts but do not define terms.

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

A sentence says, "The eerie silence and the dark shadows created a foreboding atmosphere." Which type of context clue is used to understand "foreboding"?

• Example

• Tone/Mood

• Restatement

• Contrast

Answer explanation

The word "foreboding" is understood through the tone/mood created by "eerie silence" and "dark shadows," which suggest a sense of impending doom. This context clue helps convey the ominous feeling associated with "foreboding."

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CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which pair correctly matches the context clue type with its description?

• Restatement — an opposite idea gives clues

• Contrast — the word is said in another way

• Example — an example helps define it

• Tone/Mood — the word is explained nearby

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Example — an example helps define it' because this type of context clue provides specific instances that clarify the meaning of a word, making it easier to understand.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

Which term refers to a word part added to the beginning of a root word to change its meaning?

• Suffix

• Prefix

• Connotation

• Synonym

Answer explanation

A prefix is a word part added to the beginning of a root word to alter its meaning, such as 'un-' in 'undo'. In contrast, a suffix is added to the end, while connotation and synonym refer to meanings and similar words, respectively.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

When using context clues to learn a new word, which strategy focuses on the emotional or implied meaning of the word?

• Determining tone and connotation

• Looking at antonyms only

• Ignoring word parts

• Translating the word literally

Answer explanation

The correct choice, 'Determining tone and connotation', focuses on the emotional or implied meaning of a word, helping to understand its nuances beyond the literal definition.

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CCSS.L.3.3A

CCSS.L.4.3A

CCSS.L.5.3A

CCSS.L.6.3A

CCSS.L.6.3B

A student encounters the unfamiliar word "benevolent." Using context clues, which combination of strategies would best help infer its meaning?

• Memorize the dictionary definition without reading the sentence

• Look at the prefix and suffix, compare to words you know, and check for synonyms in the sentence

• Focus only on punctuation marks

• Skip the word and continue reading

Answer explanation

The best strategy is to look at the prefix and suffix of 'benevolent' to relate it to known words, and check for synonyms in the sentence for context. This approach helps infer its meaning effectively.

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CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

Which statement best defines denotation?

• The emotional association a word carries

• The literal definition of a word; tells the basic meaning

• The author’s attitude toward a topic

• How the reader feels while reading

Answer explanation

Denotation refers to the literal definition of a word, which conveys its basic meaning. This distinguishes it from connotation, which involves emotional associations or attitudes related to the word.