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THEA Vocabulary & Language Skills Flashcards

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  1. The root word 'scrib' or 'script' relates to which concept?

    Answer: To write

    The Latin root 'scrib/script' means 'to write,' as seen in words like 'inscribe,' 'manuscript,' and 'describe.'

  2. Which sentence uses the word 'ambiguous' correctly?

    Answer: Her ambiguous answer left the audience uncertain about her true opinion.

    Ambiguous means open to more than one interpretation, often causing uncertainty or confusion.

  3. The suffix '-ology' means:

    Answer: Study or science of

    The suffix '-ology' comes from Greek meaning the study of a particular subject, as in biology or psychology.

  4. What does it mean when a reading passage presents an 'objective' viewpoint?

    Answer: The passage is based on facts without personal bias

    An objective viewpoint presents information based on facts and evidence rather than personal feelings or opinions.

  5. Which word means 'to make less severe or harsh'?

    Answer: Mitigate

    Mitigate means to lessen the severity, seriousness, or painfulness of something.

  6. In reading comprehension, an inference is best described as:

    Answer: A conclusion drawn from evidence and reasoning, not explicitly stated

    An inference is a logical conclusion a reader draws based on textual evidence combined with prior knowledge.

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