ELA Academic Vocabulary

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Across
  1. 2. Use clues from the text to figure out what is not directly stated.
  2. 5. Explain how two things are similar.
  3. 8. Group ideas or information based on shared traits.
  4. 9. Expand on an idea with details, explanations, and examples.
  5. 11. Retell the main points in a shorter version.
  6. 13. Clarify your thinking by providing details and reasons.
  7. 15. Use evidence to make a decision or draw a conclusion.
  8. 16. Use details to create a clear picture in the reader’s mind.
  9. 17. Identify the differences between multiple ideas or points of view.
  10. 18. Show how two things are different.
  11. 19. Judge the strengths and weaknesses of an argument or idea.
Down
  1. 1. Make an educated guess about what will happen next.
  2. 3. Create a response using evidence from the text.
  3. 4. Break down the text to understand how its parts work together.
  4. 6. Give a possible idea or solution based on the text.
  5. 7. Notice important elements like themes, tone, or the author’s purpose.
  6. 8. Show that you understand the passage by explaining its meaning.
  7. 10. Back up your response with textual evidence.
  8. 12. Provide examples to prove your understanding.
  9. 14. Find and point out key information in the text.