Vocab in context
Sentence: The desert was arid, with no rain for months.
Meaning of “arid”?
Dry
Which is more positive: “slim” or “skinny”?
Slim
Synonym for “analyze”?
Examine
Passage: Hard work often leads to success, even when obstacles arise.
What is the theme?
Perseverance leads to success
A blog post claims that energy drinks improve focus but provides no data or sources.
What makes this source less credible?
It lacks evidence and supporting data
Sentence: She was reluctant, unsure if she should go.
Meaning?
Hesitant
Which is more negative: “cheap” or “inexpensive”?
Cheap
Antonym for “increase”?
Decrease
Passage: A character learns that money cannot buy happiness.
What is the theme?
Money does not guarantee happiness
What makes a source reliable?
Accurate, unbiased, and supported by evidence
What strategy helps determine word meaning?
Context clues
What is connotation?
Emotional meaning of a word
Root “bio” means?
Life
What is the difference between theme and central idea?
Theme is a universal message; central idea is specific to the text
Why should you avoid biased sources?
They may present incomplete or misleading information
Why reread a sentence with an unknown word?
To better understand meaning
What is nuance?
Subtle difference in meaning
What does “credible” mean?
Believable
Why must a theme be supported with evidence?
To prove the interpretation is valid
What is bias?
A preference or opinion that affects objectivity
What helps besides context clues?
(When looking at unknown words)
Prefixes, suffixes, roots
Why does connotation matter?
It affects tone and interpretation
Meaning of “ambiguous”?
Unclear / multiple meanings
Which is the best theme statement?
A. Friendship
B. Friends are important during difficult times
B
Why is it important to evaluate sources in an argument?
To ensure the information is trustworthy