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Middle School ELA
Acronyms for TBC
100

Define the word ambigious

What is Open to more than one interpretation; unclear because of missing details 

100

Define the word Defenestrate

To throw something or someone out of a window

100

Define the word Radiator

Thing that emits heat; typically metal

100

Define the word Mood

The way the reader feels about a subject

100

What does a CDR stand for?

Calm Down Room

200

Define the word Vague

Not clearly expressed; lacking specific details

200

Define the word Nefarious

wicked or criminal

200

Define the word Archaic

Very old language no longer used in everyday speech

200

Define the word simile

Comparing something using 'like' or 'as'

200

What does TA stand for?

Teaching/Teacher's Assistant

300

Define the word Obscure

Not clear or hard to understand; hidden meaning

300

Define the word infelicity

To be inappropriately or wrongfully used

300

Define the word Dated

Currently not in use

300

Define the word adjective

Part of speech that modifies a noun

300

What does PBSP stand for?

Positive behavior support plan

400

Define the word Decontextualized

Removed from its original context, making meaning unclear

400

Define the word Entropy

gradual decline into disorder; chaos

400

Define the word Cassette Tapes

Music player that relied on film to make sounds

400

Define a preposition

Word that indicates directional placement 

400

What does IEP stand for?

Individualized Educational Plan

500

Define the word Fragmented

Broken into pieces; lacking full context or connection

500

Define the word Manifesto

A public declaration; typically written

500

Define the word Map Quest

Printed directions, before the GPS

500

What does TDA stand for?

Text Dependent Analysis

500

What does SOAR stand for?

Safety, Area, On Task, Respect

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