latin ROOTS- PART 2

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?

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

Latin and greek roots

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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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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.

affixes and prefixes

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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/. •

How to pronounce them

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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

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