1. Academic VocabAcademic Vocab

2. Academic Vocab PacketAcademic Vocab Packet  If you lose this packet: It is mandatory after school tutoring It is mandatory after school tutoring You must make a new one online You must make a new one online Will have this all year long Will have this all year long

3.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Analysis Noun (person, place, thing, idea) A careful study of the parts of something in order to understand more about the whole The teacher’s analysis of the book helped the class to understand its theme.

4.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Analyze Verb (action word) To separate into parts for close study; examine and explain; to question If we analyze the problem, we might be able to solve it.

5.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Argue Verb (action word) To present reasons for or against something You need to argue your point by using evidence that is logical and convincing.

6.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Argument Noun (person, place, thing, idea) A statement, reason, or fact for or against a point Student council’s presentation made a strong argument in favor of school uniforms.

7.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Characteristic Noun (person, place, thing) A distinguishing feature or quality One characteristic of a successful student, is consistent completion of homework

8.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Defend To protect your position by argument, evidence, or logical reasoning She defended her claim with solid evidence; no one could prove that she had stolen the cookies. Verb (action word)

9.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Subjective Adjective (describes a noun) Something that is influenced by personal feelings; based on opinion Your conclusion is very subjective because you are basing everything on personal feelings

10.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Objective 1. Noun 2. Adjective 1.(N) A goal or purpose 2.(A) not influenced by feelings; based on facts 1.The player’s objective was to help his team win. 2.A jury must make an objective decision when deciding if a person is guilty or not.

11.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Essential Adjective (describes a noun) Absolutely necessary; extremely important It is absolutely essential that I have a signed reading log for AR testing

12.  Word  Part of Speech  Definition  Used Correctly Prove Verb (action word) To establish truth, using evidence or argument, to determine something You will need to use at least two pieces of evidence to prove your statement