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AWL S2 Flashcards

1
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What is the definition of ‘analyze’?

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To examine in detail for purposes of explanation and interpretation.

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True or False: ‘Approach’ can refer to a way of dealing with something.

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True

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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to make something clear or easier to understand.

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clarify

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What does ‘create’ mean in an academic context?

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To bring something into existence.

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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a synonym for ‘derive’? A) Create B) Obtain C) Destroy D) Ignore

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B) Obtain

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What is the meaning of ‘establish’?

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To set up or lay the groundwork for something.

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True or False: ‘Estimate’ refers to making an educated guess about a value.

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True

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Fill in the blank: To __________ is to give a brief summary or overview.

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summarize

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What does ‘indicate’ mean?

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To point out or show something.

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Multiple choice: Which word is an antonym of ‘increase’? A) Expand B) Decrease C) Enhance D) Boost

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B) Decrease

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What is the definition of ‘interpret’?

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To explain the meaning of information or actions.

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True or False: ‘Involve’ means to include or engage someone or something.

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True

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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to make a judgment about something.

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evaluate

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What does ‘occur’ mean?

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To happen or take place.

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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a synonym for ‘range’? A) Scope B) Limit C) Restriction D) Boundary

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A) Scope

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What is the meaning of ‘respond’?

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To reply or react to something.

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True or False: ‘Significant’ means having a little importance.

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False

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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to show or demonstrate something.

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illustrate

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What does ‘structure’ refer to?

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The arrangement or organization of parts in a whole.

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Multiple choice: Which word is synonymous with ‘theory’? A) Fact B) Hypothesis C) Assumption D) Observation

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B) Hypothesis

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What is the definition of ‘transfer’?

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To move from one place to another.

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True or False: ‘Utilize’ means to use something effectively.

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True

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Fill in the blank: To __________ is to examine carefully and critically.

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scrutinize

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What does ‘context’ mean?

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The circumstances or setting surrounding an event or idea.

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Multiple choice: Which of the following best describes ‘function’? A) Purpose B) Failure C) Decline D) Disruption

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A) Purpose

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What is the meaning of ‘consist’?

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To be composed or made up of.

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True or False: ‘Propose’ means to suggest a plan or idea.

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True

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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to make something known.

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reveal

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What does ‘perspective’ refer to?

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A particular attitude toward or way of regarding something.

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Multiple choice: Which word is synonymous with ‘signify’? A) Indicate B) Ignore C) Conceal D) Suppress

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A) Indicate

31
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What is the definition of ‘process’?

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A series of actions or steps taken to achieve a particular end.

32
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True or False: ‘Research’ refers to a systematic investigation into a subject.

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True

33
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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to support or reinforce an idea.

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bolster

34
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What does ‘approach’ mean in academic writing?

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A way of dealing with a situation or problem.

35
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a synonym for ‘conclude’? A) Start B) Finish C) Pause D) Interrupt

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B) Finish

36
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What is the meaning of ‘identify’?

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To recognize or establish what something is.

37
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True or False: ‘Maintain’ means to keep something in a particular state.

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True

38
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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to determine the worth or importance of something.

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assess

39
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What does ‘impact’ refer to?

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The strong effect or influence something has on something else.

40
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Multiple choice: Which word is synonymous with ‘achieve’? A) Fail B) Attain C) Lose D) Avoid

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B) Attain

41
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What is the definition of ‘challenge’?

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A difficulty that requires a solution or response.

42
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True or False: ‘Require’ means to need something for a particular purpose.

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True

43
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Fill in the blank: To __________ is to make something known publicly.

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disclose

44
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What does ‘significant’ imply in research?

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Having a major impact or importance.

45
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Multiple choice: Which of the following best describes ‘contribute’? A) To hinder B) To help C) To ignore D) To reject

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B) To help

46
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What is the meaning of ‘evidence’?

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Information or details that support a claim or argument.

47
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True or False: ‘Hypothesis’ is a proposed explanation based on limited evidence.

A

True

48
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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to change or modify something.

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alter

49
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What does ‘signify’ mean?

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To be an indication of or to mean something.

50
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Multiple choice: Which word is synonymous with ‘discuss’? A) Ignore B) Debate C) Conceal D) Suppress

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B) Debate

51
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What is the definition of ‘theory’?

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A well-substantiated explanation of an aspect of the natural world.

52
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True or False: ‘Sustain’ means to support or maintain something over time.

A

True

53
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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to provide a detailed account or explanation.

A

expound

54
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What does ‘contextualize’ mean?

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To place something in a context for better understanding.

55
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is an antonym of ‘expand’? A) Enlarge B) Contract C) Enhance D) Increase

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B) Contract

56
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What is the meaning of ‘adapt’?

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To adjust to new conditions or environments.

57
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True or False: ‘Facilitate’ means to make a process easier or assist in it.

A

True

58
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Fill in the blank: To __________ is to take part in an event or activity.

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participate

59
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What does ‘illustrate’ mean in an academic context?

A

To provide examples or visual representations to clarify an idea.

60
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Multiple choice: Which word is synonymous with ‘summarize’? A) Elaborate B) Condense C) Expand D) Exaggerate

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B) Condense

61
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What is the definition of ‘account’?

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A report or description of an event or experience.

62
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True or False: ‘Relate’ means to show or establish a connection.

A

True

63
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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to break down information into smaller parts.

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decompose

64
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What does ‘integrate’ mean?

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To combine one thing with another to form a whole.

65
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is an antonym of ‘confirm’? A) Validate B) Deny C) Approve D) Assert

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B) Deny

66
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What is the meaning of ‘emphasize’?

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To give special importance or prominence to something.

67
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True or False: ‘Generate’ means to produce or create something.

A

True

68
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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to combine various elements into a whole.

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synthesize

69
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What does ‘context’ refer to in academic writing?

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The background or environment in which a topic is situated.

70
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Multiple choice: Which word is synonymous with ‘validate’? A) Confirm B) Reject C) Question D) Doubt

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A) Confirm

71
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What is the definition of ‘convey’?

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To communicate or make known.

72
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True or False: ‘Outline’ means to summarize the main points.

A

True

73
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Fill in the blank: To __________ means to argue against something.

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refute

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