Module 1.1

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What does "infer" mean?
To reach a conclusion based on evidence and reasoning rather than direct statement
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What does "imply" mean?
To suggest something indirectly without stating it openly
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What does "explicit" mean?
Stated clearly and directly, leaving nothing implied or unstated
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What does "ambiguous" mean?
Having more than one possible meaning; open to interpretation
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What does "context" mean?
The words, sentences, or situation surrounding a specific word or idea that help clarify its meaning
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What does "analyze" mean?
To examine something carefully and in detail in order to understand or explain it
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What does "perspective" mean?
A particular way of thinking about or viewing something, often shaped by personal experience
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What does "rhetorical" mean?
Relating to the art of effective speaking or writing; used for persuasive effect
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What does "transition" mean?
A word, phrase, or sentence that connects one idea to the next in a piece of writing
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What does "synthesize" mean?
To combine information from multiple sources to form a new, unified idea or conclusion
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What does "evidence" mean?
Information or facts used to support a claim or argument
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What does "claim" mean?
A statement that something is true, often requiring support or proof
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What does "quantitative" mean?
Relating to or based on numbers, amounts, or measurable data
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What does "structure" mean?
The way in which the parts of a text are organized and arranged
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What does "purpose" mean?
The reason an author writes a text; the goal they want to achieve
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What does "tone" mean?
The attitude or feeling an author conveys through their word choices and style
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What does "conventional" mean?
Following accepted standards or usual practices; traditional
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What does "coherent" mean?
Logical and consistent; easy to understand because ideas are well connected
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What does "relevant" mean?
Closely connected to the topic or matter being discussed
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What does "concise" mean?
Expressing ideas clearly and briefly, without unnecessary words
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