Use Examples to Interpret Word Meaning

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1. Dictionaries, Glossaries, and Thesauruses
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Language Arts 6th Grade

Use Examples to Interpret Word Meaning

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1. Question

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Our class saw many artifacts, such as pottery, art, and statues, at the history museum.

2. Question

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The armed forces use different projectiles, including grenades, bullets, and missiles, for different military situations.

3. Question

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As they moved westward, early pioneers faced many adversities, such as lack of food, extreme weather, and loneliness.

4. Question

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An employee who does not follow the directions from his or her boss may experience negative consequences, such as being reprimanded, given a final warning, or being fired.

5. Question

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Reynold was the most nimble climber in his family. When they went on hikes, Reynold could get over boulders and scramble up rock walls within seconds.

6. Question

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The professor was known to use his experience, insight, and common sense to help students make decisions about their education. His sagacity made him a popular figure on campus.

7. Question

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Famous conquistadors include Hernán Cortés, who defeated the Aztecs, and Francisco Pizarro, who defeated the Incas.

8. Question

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Lydia has several idiosyncrasies that drive her family wild. She always pops her knuckles twice, and her clothes have to be hung up by color, matching the order of the rainbow.

9. Question

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He noticed an acrid smell, like that of a skunk’s spray or a baby’s dirty diaper.

10. Question

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Harrison got grounded because he began to shirk his least favorite chores and speak disrespectfully to his parents.

11. Question

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A sleuth, such as Sherlock Holmes, must be quiet and discreet.

12. Question

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An edifice—for instance, the Sears Tower or the Empire State Building—can take many years to build.

13. Question

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The lawyer was remunerated well for her work. For example, she received about $10,000 for her work on a small trial and $30,000 for her work on a larger trial.

14. Question

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The toddler was especially peevish when she had the flu. She whined when her favorite blanket was too scratchy, and she was furious when her sandwich was cut into triangles instead of squares.

15. Question

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Mr. Holtby knew the salesperson was trying to sell him shams because the name brand on the watch was spelled incorrectly, and the stone in the large ruby ring was obviously plastic.

16. Question

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Jessica looks up to famous thespians like Harrison Ford, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Emma Watson, and Chris Pratt.

17. Question

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During his lecture, the ornithologist described his research on owls, eagles, and hawks.

18. Question

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Maya won a bauble at the state fair. She tossed it in a box with her other earrings, necklaces, and rings.

19. Question

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There are several important ways to nurture children, including providing healthy foods and offering a safe place for them to share their feelings.

20. Question

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The teacher did several things to pique the students’ interest in science, including conducting fun experiments and taking them on field trips.