Academic Vocabulary

3. In science, we based our hypothesis on the _______ that metal is a good conductor of electricity.
5. an effect, result, or reaction; an outcome
6. a part of portion of a longer written work
10. to show or demonstrate
14. to communicate or make known
15. The police were able to ________ the criminal's story when an eyewitness was interviewed.
19. stimulates or initiates a reaction or series of reactions
21. The sushi did not ______ to me; although my brother loves it.
22. In truth, scientists cannot _________ much information from 28 particles.

1. to put a thought or idea into words
2. As the semester _________, the students will take on some responsibility for the course.
4. She let flow an ____________ cascade of laughter from her usually restrained demeanor.
7. If there were jobs just for lefthanders, thousands of people would make a ________ for those jobs.
8. a false idea or belief
9. an offer or suggestion of something to be considered, accepted, adopted, or done.
11. appropriate or fitting for an example, situation, occasion or event
12. the main reason or purpose for something
13. There are several _______ to consider when deciding to adopt a pet from the shelter.
16. stated in a brief or concise manner
17. to speak to or to direct one's attention to
18. They were given 60 days to _______ the plan to see if it would work.
20. to have in mind or plan