GLA Vocabulary and Language Use 3

Question 1

Academic vocabulary refers to words that:

Accepted Answer

Are commonly used across multiple academic subjects

Answer

Academic vocabulary consists of words that appear frequently across different academic disciplines and formal writing.

Question 2

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of a definition context clue?

Accepted Answer

The obstinate child, meaning stubbornly refusing to change, would not listen.

Answer

A definition (appositive) context clue directly states the word's meaning within the sentence, as in option B.

Question 3

What does the Latin root 'bene' mean in words like 'beneficial' and 'benevolent'?

Accepted Answer

Good or well

Answer

The Latin root 'bene' means 'good' or 'well,' so 'beneficial' means producing good results and 'benevolent' means wishing others well.

Question 4

Which answer best explains the meaning of 'infer' in reading comprehension?

Accepted Answer

To draw a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning

Answer

To infer means to reach a conclusion by reasoning from evidence, going beyond what is directly stated in the text.

Question 5

The word 'omniscient' contains the root 'omni,' which means:

Accepted Answer

All or every

Answer

The Latin root 'omni' means 'all,' so 'omniscient' means knowing all things.

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