Latin and Greek Roots
What does the prefix anti mean?
Against
The word parched in this sentence means what?
“After running the mile in gym class, Jasmine was parched and drank two bottles of water.”
thirsty
Every Saturday, Maya helped her grandmother bake bread. At first, Maya complained about waking up early, but soon she realized she enjoyed spending time with her grandmother and learning family traditions.
What is the theme of this passage?
Spending time with family is important
The sky grew dark, and thunder rumbled in the distance. Emma grabbed her umbrella before leaving the house.
What evidence shows that Emma thought it might rain?
Emma grabbed her umbrella before leaving the house.
Two classmates argue about who gets to be first in line for recess.
What type of conflict is this?
character vs character
If "clar" means clear, what does clarify mean?
The word timid in this sentence means what?
“The timid puppy hid under the couch when it heard the vacuum cleaner.”
Shy or scared
Jordan loved playing video games but never wanted to do his homework. After failing a test, he decided to spend more time studying before playing. His grades slowly began to improve.
What is the theme of this passage?
Hard word leads to success
Tyler’s hands were sweaty, and his heart raced as he stepped onto the stage for the spelling bee.
What does this passage tell you about Tyler?
He is nervous
A boy must decide whether to tell the truth about breaking a window or to lie so he won’t get in trouble.
What type of conflict is this?
character vs self
If "tele" means "distance," then what does telescope mean?
A device used to see far away
The word generous in this sentence means what?
“Marcus was very generous, giving his time and money to help people in need.”
giving or kind
The new student wore different clothes than everyone else. At first, kids whispered about him, but when they got to know him, they realized he was funny and kind.
What is the theme of this passage?
Do not judge people by what they look like
I can’t believe you ate the last cookie!” shouted Mia. Crumbs clung to Alex’s shirt as he shrugged.
What evidence proves Alex ate the cookie?
"crumbs clung to Alex's shirt"
A sailor tries to survive after his ship is wrecked during a powerful storm.
What type of conflict is this?
character vs nature
The word audience comes from the Latin root “aud”. What does “aud” mean?
hear or listen
The word fragile in this sentence means what?
“Be careful with the fragile vase; it could break if you drop it.”
delicate or easy to break
Sam wanted to win the art contest. When his best friend’s painting was chosen instead, Sam felt jealous. Later, he congratulated his friend and realized that supporting others felt better than being angry.
What is the theme of this passage?
Be happy for others' successes
Lila studied for weeks before the big science test. When the teacher handed back the exams, a smile spread across Lila’s face as she saw her grade.
What evidence shows that Lila did good on the test?
"a smile spread across Lila's face as she saw her grade"
A girl speaks out against a school rule that she believes is unfair to students.
What type of conflict is this?
character vs society
What does the Latin root “terra” mean?
earth or land
The word reluctant in this sentence means what?
“Maria was reluctant to raise her hand because she wasn’t sure of the answer.”
unwilling or hesitant
In the forest, a tiny mouse begged a lion to spare its life. Later, when the lion was caught in a hunter’s net, the mouse chewed the ropes and set him free.
kindness is repaid
The campfire flickered, and shadows danced across the forest. Daniel pulled his blanket tighter and glanced nervously at the dark trees. “Did you hear that noise?” he whispered.
What evidence supports that Daniel feels scared?
"pulled his blanket tighter and glanced nervously at the dark trees"
A teenager battles against her own fear of failure while training for a big competition.
What type of conflict is this?
character vs self