Dynamic 2013 Vocabulary

  1. Define the Latin root ped
    (in Greek the root is pod).
    foot
  2. Define the root word port.
    to carry
  3. Provide 3 examples of words that are formed with the root word ped.
    • pedestrian
    • pedal
    • pedestal
    • bipedal
    • pedometer
    • millipede
    • centipede
    • pedigree
    • expedient
    • expedite
    • expedition
    • impede
    • quadruped
    • centipede
  4. Provide 3 or more examples of words with the root pod.
    • bipod
    • antropod
    • cephalopod
    • podiatrist
    • podometer
  5. Define literacy
    the ability to read and write

    (today, technology is also considered a literacy)
  6. Provide at least 2 reasons why literacy is important
    • literacy is closely linked to having a good job
    • literacy is crucial to success in a career
    • literacy affects overall quality of life
    • literacy is the key to success in school
  7. Provide 3 or more terms that use the root word port.
    • transport
    • porter
    • portage
    • port-a-pottie
    • airport
    • portal
    • export
    • deport
    • import
    • heliport
    • portability
    • portfolios
    • teleport
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Card Set
Dynamic 2013 Vocabulary
Description
vocabulary study for 2013-14
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