Paraphrasing Material with Specialized Use of Vocabulary
Sometimes a word or a term is used in a very specific way related to the original meaning of the word. In the following exercise, first read the vocabulary hints. Then try to guess the special meaning of the italicized parts of the excerpts. Give the written explanation of the terms. 1. The most common use of the word bed is a piece of furniture on or in which to lie or sleep. Note the specialized use of this word in Paragraph 3. Hint: synonymous terms you can find in Paragraphs 2 and 6. Explanation:______ 2. The usual meaning of the word pool is a small and rather deep body of fresh water or a tank (of concrete or plastic) made for swimming (a swimming pool). Think about what it means in Paragraphs 7 and 8. Explanation:______
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