READING 2 OF 23 focus words
Context study 2
Read for meaning first. Select a highlighted word if you want a closer look.
Her cogent explanation persuaded the undecided members. He needed an evening to cogitate before answering. The guide is a compendium of practical advice for restorers.
The editorial made a cogent case for preserving the station. The committee withdrew to cogitate over the competing proposals. Her notebook became a compendium of local customs.
Before you move on
Look away from the passage. Can you explain each focus word in your own words?
Original fictional passages for vocabulary practice.