englsh ll unit 3

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glossary

A(n) _________ is similar to a dictionary because it contains the word's part of speech and pronunciation, in addition to its definition.

writes copies of manuscripts

Based on its root, a scribe is someone who ___.

stars

Based on its root, an astrologist is one who studies the influence of the ________ on human affairs.

to say before

Based on the prefix and the root of the word predict, the word means ____.

cause-and-effect

Because he has demonstrated his sagacity in making decisions, people often ask Roberto for advice.

wisdom

Because he has demonstrated his sagacity in making decisions, people often ask Roberto for advice.

not easily tired

Even though she works full time and volunteers on the weekends, Katherine is indefatigable - she never seems to be tired or weary.

He rubs food on some of the straps so that the rats chew through them.

How does the narrator escape the pendulum?

He slips and falls at the edge of the pit and becomes aware of its danger.

How does the narrator perceive and escape the pit the first time?

The French stop the Inquisition, and the narrator is rescued as he falls into the pit.

How is the narrator saved at the end of the story?

Jared could easily carry it to his classes.

Jared bought a portable laptop computer. Considering the root of the word portable, why would this type of computer be helpful?

root

The base part of a word that carries the primary meaning is the ____.

extremely destructive

The battles that took place during World War II had a pernicious effect on large areas of Europe and Pacific islands; for instance, countless homes, buildings, industries, and natural resources were completely demolished.

didactic

The lecture was ________, or intended to instruct.

efficacious

The pain medication was ________ and began working almost instantly.

hear

The root of the word audition means ___.

build, form

The root of the word structure means ____.

example

The teacher showed great forbearance with her unruly students; for example, she always calmly enforced her rules without raising her voice when students were disobedient.

patience

The teacher showed great forbearance with her unruly students; for example, she always calmly enforced her rules without raising her voice when students were disobedient.

thesaurus

This book may have several synonyms, but a(n) ___________ is different than a dictionary because it does not contain etymologies of words.

thesaurus

To find a synonym for the word acclaim, you would look in a(n) _____.

the base part of a word that carries its primary meaning

What is a root?

Greek root meaning "good" and "speech"

What is the etymology of euphemism?

Greek root meaning "sharp" and "dull"

What is the etymology of oxymoron?

to ask, propose a law

What is the meaning of the Latin root rogare?

transitive verb

What is the part of speech in abrogate?

a dungeon in Toledo, Spain, during the Inquisition

What is the setting of "The Pit and the Pendulum"?

glossary

What kind of reference material contains an alphabetical listing of specialized or technical terms related to a particular subject?

George is a workaholic.

Which of the following sentences uses words with negative connotations?

ment

Which of these suffixes is a noun ending?

-ly

Which of these suffixes usually indicates that a word is an adverb?

justify

Which of these words is a verb, based on its suffix?

glossary

Which reference tool provides a listing of specialized or technical terms related to a particular subject?

thesaurus

Which reference tool provides synonyms of words?

contrast

While his sons like to play football on Sunday afternoons, Mr. Emmett often reposes in an easy chair and watches football on the television.

relaxes

While his sons like to play football on Sunday afternoons, Mr. Emmett often reposes in an easy chair and watches football on the television.

euphemism

a figure of speech in which a harsh, unpleasant, or offensive term is replaced by a mild, inoffensive term

verbal irony

a figure of speech in which what is said is not what is meant

oxymoron

a figure of speech that places two seemingly opposite or contrasting words side by side

pun

a play on words, a deliberate misuse of a word or phrase for the purpose of humor

affix

a word part that can be added to a root to change or add to its meaning

hide

dexterous:awkward::flaunt:

etymology:origin

dynamic:energetic::

duplicity:honesty

flaccid:tight::

flaccid:firm

politeness:effrontery::

car:transportation

shelter:protection::

comic book: entertaining

textbook:didactic::

connotation

the attitudes or feelings associated with a word

root

the base part of a word, the part that carries the primary meaning of the word

etymology

the derivation or origin of a word

denotation

the literal dictionary definition of a word

context

the words, phrases, and sentences surrounding a word

satire

writing that pokes fun at human foolishness, evil, or weakness, in an effort to reform society


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