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Using the thesaurus entry and context clues, choose the best synonym for exemplary in each sentence. Use an online search engine to find a trusted online dictionary, then check the definitions.

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If you are not sure how to format your paper, look at the exemplary essays that the teacher handed out.:commendable
Selection 2:illustrative
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Latin
B
Greek
C
Old French
D
Middle English
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In which sentences is belligerent used correctly? Check all that apply.

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The cheerful teenager is always belligerent.
B
The belligerent countries at last decided to sign a peace treaty.
C
The belligerent girl talked back to a teacher.
D
The two days of vacation made them feel belligerent and relaxed.
E
The United Nations sent a diplomat to the belligerent country.
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Use an online search engine to find a trusted online dictionary then examine the meaning of the word recalcitrant. Describe the word’s origin, the most common meaning of the word, two synonyms, and two antonyms.

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Origin: The word "recalcitrant" comes from the Latin word "recalcitrare," which means "to kick back" (from "re-" meaning back and "calcitrare" meaning to kick, derived from "calx" or heel). Most Common Meaning: Having an obstinately uncooperative attitude toward authority or discipline; stubbornly resistant to control. Synonyms: Uncooperative, defiant. Antonyms: Amenable, compliant.

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commendable
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illustrative
C
admonitory
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What did you include in your response? Check all that apply.

A
the word’s etymology
B
the word’s definition
C
synonyms
D
antonyms

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