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2. a prefix, root, or affix
3. clue the words used with a certain word, phrase, sentence, or paragraph that help explain or clarify its meaning
5. the definition of a word or phrase; the message or important expression of a written text
6. the authors thoughtful use of precise vocabulary to convey meaning
8. to come to a decision by investigation or reasoning
12. a word/phrase that has more than one meaning
13. to learn the nature and relationship of the parts of something by a close and careful examination

1. a strong effect; to have an influence on
3. to make easier to understand
4. the author's attitude toward the subject demonstrated by word choice and imagery
6. a meaningful unit of sound
7. a source used to obtain information
9. a careful plan or method for achieving a goal
10. the words in a written selection; a selection
11. a group of words that conveys meaning