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6th Grade
02/25/2009

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analyze
Definition
to separate (a material or abstract entity) into constituent parts
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explain
Definition
to make plain or clear; render understandable or intelligible: to
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describe
Definition
to examine (two or more objects, ideas, people, etc.) in order to note similarities and differences: to compare two pieces of cloth; to compare the governments of two nations.
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conpare
Definition
to examine (two or more objects, ideas, people, etc.) in order to note similarities and differences: to compare two pieces of cloth; to compare the governments of two nations.
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contrast
Definition
to compare in order to show unlikeness or differences; note the opposite natures, purposes, etc., of: Contrast the political rights of Romans and Greeks.
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apply
Definition
anything that serves to guide or direct in the solution of a problem, mystery, etc.
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clue
Definition
anything that serves to guide or direct in the solution of a problem, mystery, etc.
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discover
Definition
to see, get knowledge of, learn of, find, or find out; gain sight or knowledge of (something previously unseen or unknown): to discover America; to discover electricity.
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context
Definition
the parts of a written or spoken statement that precede or follow a specific word or passage, usually influencing its meaning or effect: You have misinterpreted my remark because you took it out of context.
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implication
Definition
something implied or suggested as naturally to be inferred or understood: to resent an implication of dishonesty.
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identify
Definition
to recognize or establish as being a particular person or thing; verify the identity of: to identify handwriting; to identify the bearer of a check.
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analegies
Definition
a similarity between like features of two things, on which a comparison may be based: the analogy between the heart and a pump.
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infer
Definition
to derive by reasoning; conclude or judge from premises or evidence: They inferred his displeasure from his cool tone of voice.
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synthesize
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to form (a material or abstract entity) by combining parts or elements (opposed to analyze ): to synthesize a statement.
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