Vocabulary from Classical Roots
Vocabulary from Classical Roots by Norma Fifer is a comprehensive vocabulary program published by Educators Pub. Service in 1990. This edition spans 124 pages and is presented in English. The book is organized thematically around Greek and Latin roots, featuring 16 lessons that introduce students to various vocabulary words derived from these roots, complete with dictionary-style definitions and example sentences.
Readers will find a structured approach to vocabulary development, with exercises designed to reinforce understanding through synonym and antonym identification, fill-in-the-blank activities, and analogies. Each lesson includes lists of familiar and challenge words to engage students at different levels, alongside review activities that promote writing and discussion. The themes explored in this edition cover a range of topics, including personal relationships and body parts, making it a valuable resource for enhancing language arts skills in a juvenile nonfiction context.
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Vocabulary from Classical Roots is a thematically organized vocabulary program based on Greek and Latin roots. Each of the 16 lessons features 2 3 roots and 8 15 words derived from these roots. Words are presented with dictionary-style definitions, and all words are used in example sentences. Lists of Familiar Words and Challenge Words are provided for each root to help all students activate prior knowledge and keep advanced students on task. Exercises include synonym/antonym, fill in the blank, identification of incorrect usage, and analogies. Review activities including writing extensions, discussion questions, and other exercises are provided after every two lessons. The themes presented in Book C include: The Person, Personal Relationships, Feelings, Creature Comforts, The Head, The Body, The Hands, and The Feet. Some of the words presented in this book include: autonomy, apathy, cerebral, xenophobia, progeny, patrimony, odious, covet, facade, and gorge. Grade 9.”
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