Lesson prompt: Lesson 6

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You are helping create a Tier 2 vocabulary unit for one ESL student. Follow the UNIT STRUCTURE exactly.

LESSON 6
Student level: Middle

NEW WORDS: 30
(Introduce these for the first time. The Chinese gloss appears during initial learning only.)
1. abrasive (adjective): harsh, rude, or irritating in manner or behavior | Chinese: 粗鲁的；令人不快的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 01. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
2. benevolent (adjective): kind and generous, especially toward people in need | Chinese: 仁慈的；慈善的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 02. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
3. capricious (adjective): changing suddenly and unpredictably, often for no clear reason | Chinese: 反复无常的；任性的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 03. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
4. circumspect (adjective): careful to consider possible risks before acting or speaking | Chinese: 谨慎的；慎重的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 04. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
5. clandestine (adjective): kept secret because it is improper, illegal, or meant to be hidden | Chinese: 秘密的；暗中的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 05. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
6. condescending (adjective): showing that one believes oneself superior to others | Chinese: 居高临下的；傲慢的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 06. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
7. conjecture (noun): a conclusion or guess based on incomplete evidence | Chinese: 推测；猜想 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 07. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
8. contemptuous (adjective): showing strong disrespect or scorn | Chinese: 轻蔑的；鄙视的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 08. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
9. disdain (noun): a feeling that someone or something is unworthy of respect | Chinese: 鄙视；轻蔑 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 09. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
10. eccentric (adjective): unconventional and noticeably different from what is considered normal | Chinese: 古怪的；异乎寻常的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 10. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
11. enigmatic (adjective): mysterious and difficult to understand or explain | Chinese: 神秘的；难以理解的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 11. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
12. fervent (adjective): showing strong and sincere enthusiasm or emotion | Chinese: 热烈的；热诚的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 12. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
13. forthright (adjective): direct, honest, and straightforward in speech or behavior | Chinese: 直率的；坦诚的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 13. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
14. hackneyed (adjective): overused so often that it has become dull or unoriginal | Chinese: 陈腐的；老套的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 14. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
15. incongruous (adjective): not fitting together naturally or seeming out of place | Chinese: 不协调的；不合适的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 15. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
16. indolent (adjective): habitually lazy and avoiding effort | Chinese: 懒惰的；懒散的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 16. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
17. innocuous (adjective): harmless and not likely to cause damage or offense | Chinese: 无害的；无恶意的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 17. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
18. intrepid (adjective): fearless and willing to face danger or difficulty | Chinese: 无畏的；勇敢的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 18. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
19. mundane (adjective): ordinary, routine, and lacking excitement or special interest | Chinese: 平凡的；日常的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 19. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
20. nonchalant (adjective): calm and unconcerned in a way that may seem surprisingly casual | Chinese: 若无其事的；漠不关心的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 20. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
21. ostentatious (adjective): designed to attract attention or impress others by displaying wealth or importance | Chinese: 炫耀的；浮华的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 21. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
22. precocious (adjective): developing abilities or maturity earlier than is usual | Chinese: 早熟的；超前发展的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 22. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
23. pretentious (adjective): trying to seem more important, intelligent, or impressive than one really is | Chinese: 自命不凡的；炫耀的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 23. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
24. prolific (adjective): producing many works, results, or offspring | Chinese: 多产的；丰富的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 24. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
25. reticent (adjective): unwilling to speak freely about one's thoughts or feelings | Chinese: 沉默寡言的；不愿透露的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 25. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
26. reverent (adjective): showing deep respect or admiration | Chinese: 恭敬的；虔敬的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 26. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
27. sagacious (adjective): showing wise judgment and good understanding | Chinese: 睿智的；有远见的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 27. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
28. succinct (adjective): expressed clearly and briefly without unnecessary words | Chinese: 简洁的；言简意赅的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 28. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
29. turbulent (adjective): marked by disorder, conflict, rapid change, or violent movement | Chinese: 动荡的；混乱的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 29. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.
30. vindictive (adjective): having a strong desire to punish someone for a real or imagined wrong | Chinese: 报复心强的；怀恨的 | Notes: Curriculum level: Middle; Lesson: 6; Position: 30. Advanced Tier 2 vocabulary for upper-range Middle Level ISEE/SSAT preparation.

REVIEW WORDS: none

UNIT STRUCTURE

Page 1: Words 1-15 introduction
Page 2: Words 16-30 introduction
Page 3: Immediate retrieval - all new vocabulary
Page 4: Context/discrimination
Page 5: Cumulative mixed retrieval
Page 6: Reading passage using: abrasive, benevolent, capricious, circumspect, clandestine, condescending, conjecture, contemptuous, disdain, eccentric, enigmatic, fervent, forthright, hackneyed, incongruous, indolent, innocuous, intrepid, mundane, nonchalant, ostentatious, precocious, pretentious, prolific, reticent, reverent, sagacious, succinct, turbulent, vindictive
Page 7: Comprehension + vocabulary
Page 8: Exit test

ANSWER KEY

REVIEW TYPE PROGRESSION (by exposure number):
  1. recognition
  2. recall
  3. contextual use
  4. semantic discrimination
  5. productive use

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Write every page for the student level above, as plain printable text, one page per section, with the page headings shown in UNIT STRUCTURE.
2. Introduction pages: for each new word give the student-friendly definition, the Chinese gloss once, and one clear example sentence.
3. For each REVIEW WORD use the suggested review type for its exposure number and give extra support to words with failed retrievals.
4. Incorporate the review words (and earlier vocabulary) naturally into sentences, activities, and the reading passage.
5. Every new and review word must appear in the exit test so the teacher can record success or failure per word.
6. End with a complete ANSWER KEY for every page.