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Analysis Analysis Side 1 Side 2 noun Meaning: A careful study of something that helps you understand it Synonyms: Study or examination Word partners: A thorough/in-depth analysis Conduct an analysis Cognate: Analisis Side 1 Analysis noun Sentence Frame: The vet conducted several analyses of our rabbit’s blood to find out what was wrong with her (A drawing to help you remember it) Side 2

1 analysis DAY the Egyptian symbols. Say it: a • nal • y • sis noun 1 Say it: a • nal • y • sis Write it: Write it again: Meaning a careful study of something that helps you understand it Examples After a careful analysis, the explorer was able to the Egyptian symbols. Synonyms study; examination A close analysis of the damaged leaf showed that a had been eating it. TOOLKIT Forms Singular: analysis Plural: analyses Family Verb: analyze Adjective: analytical Word Partners a thorough/an in-depth analysis conduct an analysis Examples After listening to the short story, we had to write a thorough analysis of the setting and plot of the story. Every year, the health inspector conducts an analysis of the town’s drinking water to make sure it’s safe. Try It The vet conducted several analyses of our blood to find out what was wrong with her. © Authors: Kinsella & Hancock 2015. All Rights Reserved.

1 position DAY Say it: po • si • tion Write it: Write it again: noun Meaning an opinion or judgment on a subject Examples My cousin’s position on recycling, is that we all have a responsibility to take care of the . Synonyms opinion; point of view During a debate, two people take opposite positions on an issue and defend them with strong . Forms Singular: position Plural: positions TOOLKIT Word Partners defend my/your/his/her/ our/their position Examples Copernicus was the first astronomer to suggest that the Earth moved around the Sun. He used several mathematical equations to defend his position to other scientists It’s important to have all of the facts about a situation before you take a position on it. take a position on (a problem, an issue, an event) Try It If our school decided to separate boys and girls into different classes, I would take the position that it was (a/an) idea. © Authors: Kinsella & Hancock 2015. All Rights Reserved.

1 data DAY Say it: da • ta Write it: Write it again: noun TOOLKIT Meaning information or facts about something that has been studied Examples During our to the forest, we collected data about the plants and animals we saw there. Synonyms information; facts A clear and easy way to present data is to put it into a . TOOLKIT Forms Singular: datum Plural: data Word Partners interpret data Examples Many large companies gather and interpret data about people based on what they buy and search for online. An important piece of data that a school should have about its students is whether they have any serious allergies. a piece of data Try It A piece of data that you would need to include on a library card application is your . © Authors: Kinsella & Hancock 2015. All Rights Reserved.

1 evidence DAY Say it: e • vi • dence Write it: Write it again: noun Meaning facts that show that something is true Examples The fossilized footprint in the stone is evidence that a walked there millions of years ago. Synonyms proof; support The broken and boarded provided convincing evidence that no one was living in the house anymore. TOOLKIT Forms Singular: evidence Plural: evidence Word Partners sufficient/insufficient evidence provide evidence to support Examples The jury found the defendant not guilty because there was insufficient evidence to convict her of the crime. People are more likely to agree with your opinion if you can provide evidence to support it. Try It I had a strong feeling that my brother had taken my , but I did not have sufficient evidence to support my belief. © Authors: Kinsella & Hancock 2015. All Rights Reserved.

1 indicate DAY Say it: in • di • cate Write it: Write it again: verb Meaning points to or shows that something is likely to be true Examples The forecast indicates that it will be warm and sunny all week. Synonyms point to; show My cousin’s itchy eyes and runny nose clearly indicate that he is to our cat. Forms Present: I/You/We/They He/She/It Past: Family Nouns: indication, indicator TOOLKIT indicate indicates indicated Word Partners clearly indicate Examples The directions on the cough syrup bottle clearly indicate that children under 12 should not take the medicine. The fact that many people get colds and flu during the winter does not necessarily indicate that the cold weather causes the sicknesses. does not necessarily indicate Try It The GPS in our rental car clearly indicated that we needed to to get to the hotel, but my father ignored it and went his own way. © Authors: Kinsella & Hancock 2015. All Rights Reserved.

1 concept DAY Say it: con • cept Write it: Write it again: noun Meaning a broad idea or belief about what something is or how something works Examples Talented programmers can take a fun concept and turn it into an actual, working . Synonyms thought; idea My dog must have a basic concept of time because he always knows when it’s time for a . TOOLKIT Forms Singular: concept Plural: concepts Family Adjective: conceptual Word Partners a challenging/basic concept explore the concept of Examples Sharing toys can be a challenging concept for toddlers to grasp Many novels for middle schoolers explore the concept of growing up. Try It I wish everyone understood the basic concept of manners, and used polite such as please, thank you, and excuse me. © Authors: Kinsella & Hancock 2015. All Rights Reserved.