Analyze Word Choice Impact on Meaning - 7th Grade Reading
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What does it mean to determine a word’s meaning “as it is used in a text” (RI.7.4)?
What does it mean to determine a word’s meaning “as it is used in a text” (RI.7.4)?
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Use context to choose the meaning that fits that specific passage. Words can have multiple meanings; context determines which one applies.
Use context to choose the meaning that fits that specific passage. Words can have multiple meanings; context determines which one applies.
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What is a technical meaning of a word in informational text?
What is a technical meaning of a word in informational text?
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A subject-specific definition used in a field (science, law, history). Technical terms have precise meanings within specific academic fields.
A subject-specific definition used in a field (science, law, history). Technical terms have precise meanings within specific academic fields.
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What is figurative language in informational text?
What is figurative language in informational text?
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Nonliteral wording used for effect or comparison (not meant literally). Authors use figurative language to create vivid imagery or emphasis.
Nonliteral wording used for effect or comparison (not meant literally). Authors use figurative language to create vivid imagery or emphasis.
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What is tone in informational writing?
What is tone in informational writing?
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The author’s attitude toward the topic, shown through word choice. Word choice reveals whether the author is positive, negative, or neutral.
The author’s attitude toward the topic, shown through word choice. Word choice reveals whether the author is positive, negative, or neutral.
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Choose the more formal word for an academic tone: “kids” or “children.”
Choose the more formal word for an academic tone: “kids” or “children.”
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Children. Academic writing requires formal vocabulary over casual terms.
Children. Academic writing requires formal vocabulary over casual terms.
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Identify the figurative meaning: “After the scandal, his reputation was in ruins.”
Identify the figurative meaning: “After the scandal, his reputation was in ruins.”
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His reputation was badly damaged. "In ruins" figuratively means destroyed or severely damaged.
His reputation was badly damaged. "In ruins" figuratively means destroyed or severely damaged.
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Identify the figurative meaning: “The new evidence shed light on the case.”
Identify the figurative meaning: “The new evidence shed light on the case.”
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The evidence clarified the case. "Shed light" figuratively means to reveal or make clear.
The evidence clarified the case. "Shed light" figuratively means to reveal or make clear.
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Identify the technical meaning of “cell” in biology.
Identify the technical meaning of “cell” in biology.
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The basic unit of life in living organisms. In biology, "cell" specifically refers to microscopic living units.
The basic unit of life in living organisms. In biology, "cell" specifically refers to microscopic living units.
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Identify the technical meaning of “volume” in math or science.
Identify the technical meaning of “volume” in math or science.
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The amount of 3D space an object occupies. In math/science, "volume" measures cubic units, not sound level.
The amount of 3D space an object occupies. In math/science, "volume" measures cubic units, not sound level.
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Which word choice creates a more urgent tone: “concern” or “crisis”?
Which word choice creates a more urgent tone: “concern” or “crisis”?
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Crisis. "Crisis" implies emergency; "concern" suggests mild worry.
Crisis. "Crisis" implies emergency; "concern" suggests mild worry.
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Which context clue type uses examples to define a word?
Which context clue type uses examples to define a word?
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Example clue. Examples like "such as" or "for instance" help clarify unfamiliar terms.
Example clue. Examples like "such as" or "for instance" help clarify unfamiliar terms.
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Which revision sounds more skeptical: “The plan will work” or “The plan might work”?
Which revision sounds more skeptical: “The plan will work” or “The plan might work”?
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“The plan might work”. "Might" expresses doubt; "will" shows certainty.
“The plan might work”. "Might" expresses doubt; "will" shows certainty.
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Which context clue type directly tells what a word means, often with commas or dashes?
Which context clue type directly tells what a word means, often with commas or dashes?
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Definition (appositive) clue. Commas or dashes often set off direct definitions within the text.
Definition (appositive) clue. Commas or dashes often set off direct definitions within the text.
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Choose the more positive connotation: “slim” or “skinny.”
Choose the more positive connotation: “slim” or “skinny.”
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Slim. "Slim" suggests attractiveness; "skinny" can imply unhealthy thinness.
Slim. "Slim" suggests attractiveness; "skinny" can imply unhealthy thinness.
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Choose the stronger negative connotation: “childlike” or “childish.”
Choose the stronger negative connotation: “childlike” or “childish.”
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Childish. "Childish" implies immaturity; "childlike" suggests innocence.
Childish. "Childish" implies immaturity; "childlike" suggests innocence.
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Identify the tone word: “The report presents a neutral summary of the results.”
Identify the tone word: “The report presents a neutral summary of the results.”
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Objective. "Neutral" and "summary" signal an unbiased, factual tone.
Objective. "Neutral" and "summary" signal an unbiased, factual tone.
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What should you do first when a word has multiple dictionary meanings?
What should you do first when a word has multiple dictionary meanings?
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Check surrounding sentences to see which meaning fits the context. Context eliminates inappropriate definitions and reveals the intended one.
Check surrounding sentences to see which meaning fits the context. Context eliminates inappropriate definitions and reveals the intended one.
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Which context clue type signals a meaning by showing an opposite idea (often with “however”)?
Which context clue type signals a meaning by showing an opposite idea (often with “however”)?
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Contrast (antonym) clue. Words like "but," "however," or "unlike" signal opposite meanings.
Contrast (antonym) clue. Words like "but," "however," or "unlike" signal opposite meanings.
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Which context clue type helps by restating an idea in different words (often with “in other words”)?
Which context clue type helps by restating an idea in different words (often with “in other words”)?
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Restatement (synonym) clue. Phrases like "that is" or "or" introduce equivalent meanings.
Restatement (synonym) clue. Phrases like "that is" or "or" introduce equivalent meanings.
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Which context clue type uses a synonym to signal a word’s meaning?
Which context clue type uses a synonym to signal a word’s meaning?
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Synonym (restatement) clue. A similar word helps readers understand the unfamiliar term.
Synonym (restatement) clue. A similar word helps readers understand the unfamiliar term.
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What is the difference between tone and mood in reading?
What is the difference between tone and mood in reading?
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Tone is author attitude; mood is reader feeling. Tone comes from the writer; mood affects the reader.
Tone is author attitude; mood is reader feeling. Tone comes from the writer; mood affects the reader.
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Which context clue type uses cause-and-effect to help infer a word’s meaning?
Which context clue type uses cause-and-effect to help infer a word’s meaning?
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Cause-and-effect clue. The relationship between events reveals the word's meaning.
Cause-and-effect clue. The relationship between events reveals the word's meaning.
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What is tone in an informational text?
What is tone in an informational text?
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The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience. Tone reveals through word choice and style, not plot events.
The author’s attitude toward the subject or audience. Tone reveals through word choice and style, not plot events.
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What is the definition of technical meaning in an informational text?
What is the definition of technical meaning in an informational text?
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A specialized meaning used in a specific field. Technical terms have precise meanings within their disciplines.
A specialized meaning used in a specific field. Technical terms have precise meanings within their disciplines.
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What is the definition of figurative language in informational text?
What is the definition of figurative language in informational text?
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Nonliteral language used for effect or emphasis. Figurative language creates vivid imagery beyond literal meaning.
Nonliteral language used for effect or emphasis. Figurative language creates vivid imagery beyond literal meaning.
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