Unit 2: Spelling Flashcards
to examine (two or more objects, ideas, people,etc.) in order to note similarities
Compare
to examine in order to show unlikeness or differences
Contrast
the reason or motive for something that happens
Cause
something that happens as the result of something else
Effect
any question or matter involving doubt,uncertainty, or difficulty
Problem
the answer to any question or matter involving doubt, uncertainty, or difficulty
Solution
arranged in the order of time
Chronological
text structure that provides steps to follow
Procedural
connected with the topic and purpose
Relevant
to add details to; expand
Elaborate
the writer’s attitude toward the topic
Tone
the type of writing meant to provide facts and explanations about a topic
Informative
to break down information to understand it better
Analyze
to provide the meaning of; to make the meaning clear through explanation
Interpret
to come to an understanding based on the evidence in the text
Draw Conclusions
the most important or central thought in a paragraph or larger section of text; it is what the text is mostly about
Main Idea
a statement of something as fact
Claim
information that provides proof in support of an idea
Evidence
the primary or strict meaning of a word or phrase
Literal
not literal; words or phrases must be interpreted to understand deeper meaning
Figurative
the beginning of an essay designed to hook the reader and introduce the topic
Introduction
The ending of an essay designed to wrap up the topic and leave the reader with a positive feeling
Conclusion
a question that requires a written response of a paragraph or more
Prompt
a passage or quotation taken or selected from a book, document, film
Excerpt
