Unit 3 Vocabulary, Savvas 11

Front

What does 'verbatim' mean?

Back

It means to copy something word-for-word, exactly as it was written.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

Front

What is the meaning of 'deduction' in reasoning?

Back

It refers to drawing a conclusion based on evidence.

Tags

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What are 'specific' details in writing?

Back

They are precise and particular words and phrases that help the reader understand exactly what you mean.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

Front

What does it mean to 'inquire'?

Back

To ask for information.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.2B

CCSS.L.9-10.1.C

CCSS.L.8.2C

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.6.6

Front

What type of text is most likely to be informational?

Back

A history textbook.

Tags

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What is the difference between summarizing and paraphrasing?

Back

Summarizing involves condensing information into a shorter form, while paraphrasing means rephrasing it in your own words.

Tags

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

Front

What does 'evidence' refer to in reasoning?

Back

It refers to the information or facts that support a conclusion.

Tags

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What is the purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?

Back

It presents the main argument or claim of the essay.

Front

What does 'analyze' mean in the context of writing?

Back

To examine something in detail to understand it better or to draw conclusions.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6

Front

What is a 'primary source'?

Back

An original document or firsthand account of an event.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

CCSS.L.8.6