ELA 8th grade vocab

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What does the word 'accept' mean?

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To receive something offered or to agree to something.

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What is the difference between 'affect' and 'effect'?

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'Affect' is a verb meaning to influence something, while 'effect' is a noun meaning the result of a change.

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When do you use 'a' vs 'an'?

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Use 'a' before words that begin with a consonant sound and 'an' before words that begin with a vowel sound.

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What is the meaning of 'somewhere'?

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In or at a place that is not specified or known.

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What does 'key' refer to in a general context?

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A small metal instrument used to open or close a lock.

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What is the meaning of 'allergy'?

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A condition in which the immune system reacts abnormally to a substance.

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Define 'vocabulary'.

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The set of words known and used by a person or group.

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What does 'sinus' refer to in medical terms?

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A cavity within a bone or tissue, often referring to the air-filled spaces in the skull.

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What is the meaning of 'expensive'?

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Costing a lot of money; high-priced.

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What does 'worry' mean?

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To feel anxious or concerned about something.