latin ROOTS- PART 2

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Latin and greek roots

Students will be able to use context clues and their knowledge of word roots to understand the meaning and use of Latin roots.

How can Latin roots help us understand the meaning of new words? • How do words built from Latin roots contribute to the meaning and structure of a text?

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Greek and Latin roots are combined with other word roots and affixes to make words. You can often use the context to figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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affixes and prefixes

Many words in English contain Greek or Latin roots. These roots, along with context clues, can often help you figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words.

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How to pronounce them

bene means “well.”it is pronounced /ben*/. • celer means “quick.” it is pronounced /sel*ur/. • chronos means “time.” it is pronounced /kroe*noes/. • cresco means “to grow, become bigger, increase.” it is pronounced /kres*ko/. curro means “run.” it is pronounced /kur*oe/. • jacio means “to throw.” it is pronounced /jo*see*oe/. •

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Connection Stage: Look at the novel: The Tempest:Look for 10 words that are form with the different roots presented.Create an illustration that shows the meaning of the word.Write down the definition of the word .Come up with a sentence using the word.

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Practice

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4. Demonstration stage: Practice: students work on activity 2.2 on page 7-8 Practice: students work on activity 3.1 on pages 15- 16