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Sample Item
Selected Response Item for Grade 7
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Standard 1.0 General Reading Processes |
Topic D. Vocabulary
Students will use a variety of strategies and opportunities to understand word meaning and to increase vocabulary. |
Indicator 3. Understand, acquire, and use new vocabulary |
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Objective a. Use context to determine the meanings of words
Assessment limits:
- Above grade-level words used in context
- Words with multiple meanings
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Choose the word or group of words that means the same, or about the same, as the underlined word. Then mark the space for the answer you have chosen.
The pile of wood was starting to dwindle as the winter became harsh.
Dwindle means _____.
- decay
- diminish
- disappear
- dissolve
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| Correct Answer |
| B. diminish |
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