Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

'Acclaimed' is best described as ______.

Back

widely praised

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

'Remarkable' is defined as ______.

Back

worthy of attention

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What is 'Heritage'?

Back

A legacy from ancestors or a country's history, tradition, and culture

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

Which term means 'evoking sadness or pity'?

Back

Poignant

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Front

Which sentence best demonstrates eloquence?

Back

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?'"

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

Define 'Eloquence'.

Back

The ability to express ideas and emotions in a persuasive and moving manner.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What does 'Poignant' mean in literature?

Back

It refers to something that evokes a strong emotional response, often sadness.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

Explain the significance of 'Heritage' in cultural studies.

Back

Heritage encompasses the traditions, values, and artifacts passed down through generations, shaping a community's identity.

Tags

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

Front

What is the difference between 'Acclaimed' and 'Notable'?

Back

'Acclaimed' implies widespread praise, while 'Notable' indicates something worthy of attention but not necessarily praised.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

Provide a synonym for 'Remarkable'.

Back

Extraordinary.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4A

CCSS.L.7.4A

CCSS.L.7.5B

CCSS.L.8.4A

CCSS.L.9-10.4A