Vocabulary List
1.
innovation
noun
something new or different introduced
There were many creative innovations at the fair.
2.
analyze
verb
to examine carefully, and in detail, in order to identify causes, key factors, possible results, etc.
Make sure you analyze the problem before offering a solution.
3.
claim
noun
an idea that is to be proved
The claim I'm writing about convinces the reader that school should start at 9:00 every day.
4.
context
noun
the words and sentences around a word or phrase you don't know; how a word is used
If you don't understand a word, use context clues while reading.
5.
content
noun
the subject matter of a text
The content of the magazine focused on sports.
6.
development
noun
the way an author gradually tells more and more about the content so the reader can have a better understanding as to what is going on
The development in the story brought a new and interesting twist.
7.
solution
noun
a way to solve a problem
There is more than one solution to this problem.
8.
summarize
verb
to write or tell the meaning of what you have read in your own words
When you finish reading the story, please summarize the plot.
9.
relate
verb
to make, or figure out, a connection between two or more things
How does the novel relate to your life?
10.
evidence
noun
textual proof that supports your conclusion or inference
To prove the theme of the story is struggle, you need textual evidence.
11.
identify
verb
to recognize or point out something in the text
Can you identify the theme of the story?
12.
opinion
noun
a judgment about something that may or may not be based on fact
What is your opinion of the story?
13.
prove
verb
to show or demonstrate the truth of a statement
To prove the theory is correct, you must follow the steps in order.
14.
craft
noun
the way an author writes; a unique style
Poe’s craft for mystery was new and exciting for readers in the 1800s.
15.
process
verb
to read, write, think, or talk about something
In your small group, process this analogy.
16.
oppose
verb
to disagree with someone
I'm opposed to your view on global warming.
17.
infer
verb
to draw a conclusion based on evidence from the text, reasoning, or background knowledge
What can you infer about the character from the first paragraph?
18.
position
noun
how you feel about something
What is your position on the topic of year round school?
19.
sufficient
adjective
enough
Give sufficient evidence to prove your point.
20.
cite
verb
to write down evidence that you found in a text
Make sure to cite your sources!
21.
analysis
noun
a close, careful, and thoughtful reading of a text
The analysis of the article was quite insightful.
22.
concept
noun
a concrete idea of what something is
Genetics can be a difficult concept to understand.
23.
decision
noun
making up your mind about something or figuring it out
Please make a decision on which topic you would like to research.
24.
explicit
adjective
clearly stated in the text, leaving no doubt as to meaning or explanation
Please use explicit evidence when proving your statement.
25.
reasoning
noun
the thinking, understanding, or concluding behind making an inference
Please explain your reasoning behind this decision.
26.
advocate
noun
a person who speaks up for themselves or others
The Mayor was an advocate for the homeless.
27.
acquire
verb
to come into ownership of
The young girl acquired many of her clothes from her older sister.
28.
complex
adjective
made of many interconnected parts; complicated
The highway system in Chicago is very complex.
29.
demonstrate
verb
to describe, explain, or illustrate by example
To demonstrate gravity, the teacher dropped the egg.
30.
evident
adjective
plain or clear to the sight or understanding
His frown made it evident that he was disappointed.
31.
focus
noun
a central point of attention or activity
The need to prevent bullying became the focus of the meeting.
32.
initial
adjective
occurring at the beginning; first
After the initial investigation, the defendant appeared guilty.
33.
justify
verb
to prove or show to be just, right, or reasonable
Susan needed to justify why she asked for a homework extension.