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Choosing Language for Context and Purpose Answers

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Read the sentence.Astronomers are able to map the trajectory of the moon as it travels in a curved trail around the earth.Which word is closest in meaning to the underlined word?

A
the speed of an object
B
the space an object occupies
C
the path of an object
D
a spinning motion
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The paragraph below is an excerpt from an article written for a school newspaper.Texting is an increasingly popular means of communication with students at Mystic Falls High School. Students text their friends to make plans, ask questions, and share information. However, texting can also be distracting. It takes students' attention away from the primary purpose of school: learning.What is the tone of the article?

A
melancholy
B
humorous
C
respectful
D
critical
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Read the sentence.There were a finite number of tickets to the game, as the stadium could only hold 20,000 people.Which word is closest in meaning to the underlined word?

A
special
B
reserved
C
pricey
D
limited

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