Question

1. a student encounters the phrase \folklore superstition\ in a text. how can understanding the relationship between these words help the student comprehend the passage?

a) by realizing both refer to traditional beliefs, often not based on fact
b) by ignoring them
c) by thinking they are scientific terms
d) by assuming they are unrelated

1. you read, \his intent was clear from the way he spoke.\ what does \intent\ mean in this sentence, and what evidence supports your answer?

a) purpose, because his actions showed what he wanted
b) fear, because he was scared
c) secret, because he was hiding something
d) mistake, because he was confused

1. a student wants to use the word \confide\ in their writing but is unsure of its meaning. what should they do to gather vocabulary knowledge for correct expression?

a) look up the word in a dictionary or ask someone knowledgeable
b) skip using the word
c) replace it with a random word
d) use the word without checking its meaning

Explanation:

1. "Folklore" y "superstition" se refieren a creencias tradicionales, a menudo no basadas en hechos. Entender esta relación ayuda a comprender el texto.
2. "Intent" significa "propósito". La evidencia es que se dice que estaba claro a partir de cómo hablaba (acciones mostrando lo que quería).
3. La forma correcta de obtener conocimiento sobre el significado de "confide" es buscarlo en un diccionario o preguntar a alguien sabio.

Answer:

1. A. By realizing both refer to traditional beliefs, often not based on fact
2. A. Purpose, because his actions showed what he wanted
3. A. Look up the word in a dictionary or ask someone knowledgeable