Vocab in Context Review

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Definition of 'frugal': Unlike my frugal mother, I don't shop sales or clip coupons.

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Thrifty

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CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

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Jorge decided to sever his friendship with his rude neighbor. Meaning of sever?

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separate

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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Lindsey observed quiet and reverential visitors at the Vietnam Memorial. Identify the word that is not synonymous with 'reverential'.

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impolite

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CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.6.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A

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Mountains resort industry promotes sites as relaxing, picturesque, and secluded.

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private

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CCSS.L.9-10.5A

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The soldier was given medicine to abate the pain in his leg after the war. What does 'abate' mean?

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become less intense

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CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.K.5D

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After the trip, the man returned to his humble abode. What does 'abode' mean?

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house or home

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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The king refused to abdicate his throne, leading to war. What does 'abdicate' mean?

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renounce or resign

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CCSS.L.6.1E

CCSS.L.5.4B

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A paper mill emitted an acrid smell, causing discomfort to the townspeople. What does acrid mean?

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strong, unpleasant taste or smell

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CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

CCSS.L.1.6

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Students were admonished for plagiarism. What does admonished mean?

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firmly reprimanded

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CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

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Carl, an astute student, quickly learned new material and tutored failing students. What does astute mean?

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mentally sharp

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CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.1.6