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Speaking rudely to the judges was rash behavior. You really hurt your chances of winning! In the above context, what does “rash” mean?
with little thought or consideration
To recognize or ascertain what makes something differen
Differentiate
Wherever he goes, the esteemed Dr. Sanchez is applauded for his life saving research.
What does “esteemed” mean?
greatly admired
To put forward an idea as a starting point for reasoning.
Hypothesize
I believe that if you lower taxes so that people can keep more of the money they earn, it will be an incentive for them to work harder.
a reason to do something
deduce or conclude (information) from evidence and reasoning rather than from explicit statements.
Infer
In the early 1600s, a dangerous trip across the Atlantic Ocean was a daunting idea. The Europeans, who would someday be known as the Pilgrims, must have been a very determined and brave group of settlers. A daunting task is one that would _______ someone.
frighten or intimidate
underlying message, central idea, or universal truth that a literary work conveys about a topic.
Theme
A wonderful 98 year old woman is working day and night to knit scarves to send as gifts for the troops. What a selfless person she is!
A selfless woman _______.
d. cares more about others than herself
Hints suggesting future events.
Foreshadowing