When would it be advantageous to use a complex word?

when it will confuse your reader

when it will distract from your lack of knowledge

What is a complex word?

a word containing multiple morphemes

a word with a debatable meaning

a word with at least five syllables

a word derived from Greek roots

Why is it useful to understand the context of a speech you are preparing to give?

It allows you to adapt the content and tone for your audience.

It helps the audience adapt to your style.

It affects what kind of information is correct or incorrect.

Why might knowledge of your intended audience be significant?

It could affect your word choice and overall tone.

It would eliminate the need to edit your material.

It would remove the possibility of using rhetorical techniques effectively.

Read the sentences below, and then answer the question that follows. "I would like to have a conversation with you about our recent disagreement." "Let's talk about the fight we had." How is the tone different in each of these examples?

One is formal, and the other is informal.

One conveys intention and the other does not.

One says what the issue is and the other avoids it.

One uses a passive voice, and the other uses an active voice.

What does the term connotation refer to?

the linguistic history of a word's development

What should you do once you learn a new vocabulary word?

Use it in more than one sentence.

Repeat the word out loud ten times.

Read it, say it out loud, and then record it in a personal glossary.

Which of the following sentences would use the word acrimonious in the blank to make the sentence correct?

The couple got into a(n) _____ argument during their divorce.

As several pizzas arrived, he began a(n) _____ feast.

After running the marathon, he said his legs were _____.

The story he told about meeting Lady Gaga and taking her to dinner was completely _____.

Which of the following is not a purpose of using a thesaurus?

to engage your reader with specific and accurate details

Which of the following is a metaphor?

Her words were as sweet as honey.

Her words were flattering. They were almost like a drizzle of honey over a piece of toast.

a comparison between two similar items

a comparison in which one item or concept is called something else

an example used to explain a separate concept

Why might an analogy be useful?

It can explain a new concept by referring to a familiar one.

It ensures that only experts in the topic will be able to understand what is being discussed.

It keeps the vernacular simple and direct.

It eliminates digression from the topic.

an affix at the beginning of the word

an affix in the middle of a word

What is a potential benefit of using digital reference material?

Digital sources can be used when traveling or away from traditional reference sources.

Digital reference sources are easy to use through alphabetical order and the guide words found on each page.

Digital references contain different information than many printed versions.

How does a word's etymology benefit you as a reader and a writer?

It will give you better knowledge of the word's meaning and intent.

It provides a list of synonyms so that you are able to incorporate more variety in your writing.

Etymology helps readers identify figurative language and other literary techniques.

It provides sample sentences so that you can see the word in use.

How can inferences be drawn?

by using outside source material

by not extrapolating beyond the literal meaning of a text

In which of the following sentences does the subject not agree with the verb?

The books is made out of paper.

The books are made out of paper.

The books were made out of paper.

Which of these sentences demonstrates correct subject-verb agreement?

The people go to the park every day.

The people is going to the park every day.

The man go to the park every day.

The people goes to the park every day.

Which of these options describes a future perfect tense verb?

a verb that indicates that something will have taken place

a verb that indicates a consistent action

a verb that indicates what has already happened

a verb that indicates what will happen

Which of these sentences does not maintain a consistent tense?

The teachers went to lunch before they will have taught their next classes.

The students will spend years in school before they will graduate.

The chef tastes the sauce before he adds more salt.

The theater produced Hamlet before they produced Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead.

Which of the following contains an unclear pronoun?

Julie and Maggie went to her house.

Why might you choose to replace a name with a pronoun?

you should never replace a name with a pronoun

When should you avoid using a pronoun rather than a name?

when it is unclear who or what the antecedent is in the sentence

when you are referring to the antecedent you've introduced

when the antecedent is singular

Which sentence contains a pronoun shift error?

The students edited her papers they had written earlier in the day.

The children ate their sandwiches outside.

The man used his key to open the door.

The woman took her dog for a walk.

Which of the following maintains a clear use of pronouns?

The grandfather waved his wrinkled hand.

The man kept his phone in their coat pocket.

The picture on the wall fell from where they were hanging.

The woman walked away from its car.

Which of these best describes an interrogative mood?

a mood that refers to something that could potentially happen

Which sentence contains an incorrect mood shift?

You should read the book first, and then will you watch the movie?

You should read the book first, and then you can watch the movie.

You might read the book first if you want to understand the movie.

Would you like to read the book before you watch the movie?

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Steven is reading an article and cannot figure out the meaning of a word using the context clues. He thinks a synonym would help. Which reference should he use to find it?

Correct: A thesaurus is the best reference to find synonyms or similar words.

reverse dictionary

translation dictionary

dictionary

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CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following would be a reason to use a translation dictionary?

The unknown word has some synonyms and examples around it in the text.

The unknown word is the opposite of a known word.

The unknown word is a colloquialism from a historic time period.

The unknown word is archaic.

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

What is the term for the words and phrases that surround an unknown word and which help readers determine the unknown word's meaning?

personification

definitions

context clues

alliteration

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following terms, describing similar behavior, typically carries a positive connotation?

disorganized

free-spirited

reckless

irresponsible

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

**To what does the term nuance refer?**

a speaker or writer's eloquence

an extensive vocabulary

direct and clearly stated meaning

the subtlety of language

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

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Why might a word's connotation be significant?

It could suggest a meaning beyond what is said.

It is never significant.

It conveys an idea in the simplest way possible.

It shows that the speaker or writer understands the issue.

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.L.11-12.5B

CCSS.L.9-10.5B

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

20 sec • 1 pt

Why might understanding how a word's meaning has changed be important?

It is never important.

You may encounter an antiquated use of the word.

It shows that language has stopped evolving.

You can apply the same patterns of change to all words in the language.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

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Mastery Assessment 3

Steven is reading an article and cannot figure out the meaning of a word using the context clues. He thinks a synonym would help. Which reference should he use to find it?

Which of the following would be a reason to use a translation dictionary?

What is the term for the words and phrases that surround an unknown word and which help readers determine the unknown word's meaning?

Which of the following terms, describing similar behavior, typically carries a positive connotation?

To what does the term nuance refer?

Why might a word's connotation be significant?

Why might understanding how a word's meaning has changed be important?

Shakespeare's work is written in which of the following?

When would it be advantageous to use a complex word?

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