Word Forge Worksheet
Exam Readiness Tier 2 Academic Lexicon
WORD FORGE REVIEW
Master high-frequency academic vocabulary through contextual synthesis and analysis.
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Master Word Bank 8 Test-Targeted Terms
Substantiate verb • prove / verify
Articulate verb • express clearly
Synthesize verb • blend / combine
Ambiguous adj • unclear / open
Juxtapose verb • contrast side by side
Refute verb • disprove / rebut
Inherent adj • intrinsic / natural
Pragmatic adj • practical / realistic
1 Precision Matching
Write the letter of the matching definition in the bracket.
1. Refute
2. Inherent
3. Pragmatic
4. Ambiguous
A. Existing as an essential, permanent attribute; intrinsic.
B. Guided by practical results rather than theoretical ideals.
C. Open to multiple interpretations; having a double or obscure meaning.
D. To prove a statement, claim, or argument to be incorrect or invalid.
2 Context Clues in Complex Sentences
Fill in the blank with the target word that best fits the syntax.
1. The defense attorney was unable to her client’s alibi because none of the digital surveillance logs matched the claimed timeline.
2. During the symposium, the keynote speaker was commended for her ability to dense quantum mechanics concepts so lucidly that even non-physicists understood.
3. The documentary sought to glittering luxury high-rises with the decaying tenement housing directly across the river.
4. In order to construct an authoritative literature review, a researcher must findings from dozens of peer-reviewed articles into a cohesive framework.
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Word Forge Review • Part II
Application, Analogies & Analytical Writing
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3 Analogy Relationships
Analyze the relationship between the first pair and complete the analogy.
1. CONFIRM : VERIFY :: DISPROVE :
A) Articulate B) Refute C) Juxtapose D) Synthesize
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2. IDEALISTIC : VISIONARY :: PRACTICAL :
A) Ambiguous B) Inherent C) Pragmatic D) Substantiate
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3. LUMINOUS : OBSCURE :: DEFINITE :
A) Ambiguous B) Pragmatic C) Inherent D) Articulate
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4. SEPARATE : ISOLATE :: COMBINE :
A) Juxtapose B) Synthesize C) Substantiate D) Refute
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4 Analytical Writing Synthesis
Construct academic-level sentences demonstrating your grasp of word nuance.
Prompt A: Write a claim about a social or scientific issue using both inherent and pragmatic. Underline both target words in your sentence.
Prompt B: Write an analytical sentence discussing an author's or artist's technique using juxtapose and substantiate. Underline both target words.
Test Readiness Self-Assessment Rate your mastery before the exam
1 - Novice Need to restudy definitions
2 - Developing Recognize in context only
3 - Proficient Can explain and apply
4 - Master Ready for exam mastery
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