ATB Vocabulary and Word Knowledge Flashcards
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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean in the word 'prerequisite'?
Answer: Before
The prefix 'pre-' means before, so a prerequisite is something required before you can do or take something else.
Which word correctly completes this sentence: 'The student read the passage carefully to _____ its meaning.'
Answer: Interpret
'Interpret' means to understand or explain the meaning of something, which fits the context of reading a passage carefully.
What does the word 'objective' mean in 'the test has three learning objectives'?
Answer: A goal or aim to be achieved
A learning 'objective' is a specific goal or outcome that a student is expected to achieve.
In the sentence 'The author's purpose is to persuade the reader,' what does 'persuade' mean?
Answer: Convince someone to agree with a viewpoint
'Persuade' means to use arguments, evidence, or appeals to convince someone to adopt a belief or take an action.
What is the meaning of 'accurate' in 'select the most accurate answer'?
Answer: Correct and free from errors
'Accurate' means correct, precise, and free from errors or mistakes.
Which definition best fits the word 'transition' as used in writing: 'Use transitions to connect your ideas'?
Answer: A word or phrase that links ideas and shows how they relate
Transitions are words or phrases like 'however,' 'therefore,' and 'in addition' that connect ideas and guide the reader through a text.