Grade 11 - Term 1 - Vocabulary and Autobiography of Booker T. W

What does the word unique mean?

• Ordinary

• Diversity

• One of a kind

• Traditional

The position that opposes your main

argument is known as (a)  

A judge should be totally free from ______

• criticism

• bias

• sequence

• impact

Why does the text describe Emirati culture and history as unique?

• Because it is the same as other countries

• Because it has special traditions and achievements

• Because it has no impact on the world

• Because it is not diverse

What is one significant way the UAE contributes to the world, according to the text?

• By ignoring other cultures

• By connecting people from different countries

• By forgetting its traditions

• By copying other nations

The word “sequence” comes from the Latin root “sequi,” which means “to follow.” What does a sequence show?

• Things that are the same

• Random ideas
  

• Things that happen without order

• Things that follow one another

The word “significant” comes from the Latin root “signum,” meaning “mark.” What does significant mean?

• Something that follows a sequence

• Something that falls suddenly

• Something ordinary and common

• Something marked as important

While writing her short reflection, Mariam remembered a funny (a)   from her school trip.

Why is Washington’s long walk to the Hampton Institute significant in understanding his character?

• • It shows he was forced by his family to get an education

• • It shows he was wealthy and could afford the journey

• • It shows he was determined and willing to work hard to achieve his goals

• • It shows he disliked cleaning classrooms

What central idea does Washington emphasize about the value of education in his life?

• Education is less important than physical strength

• Education can transform lives and open opportunities

• • Only wealthy people can succeed in education

• • Education should be avoided by people from poor backgrounds