Old Terms
What does the root -mal mean?
Bad
What does the root -rupt mean?
To break
The barking dogs ________ my sleep.
disrupt or interrupt
1- Lotso!
What does the root -spect mean?
To look
Which word from this unit means sudden and unexpected?
Abrupt
Scientists say the volcano could ______ again soon.
erupt
1- Jordan
What does benevolent mean?
marked by or disposed to doing good
Which word from this unit means to burst from limits or restraint?
Erupt
Her father and her equally irresponsible brother have made the family __________ by their gambling debts and extravagant spending.
bankrupt
What is one activity that Ms. Alicia likes to do?
hike, travel, read, etc... many possible answers!
What does the word circumspect mean?
Careful not to take risks
Which vocabulary words means dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power, typically involving bribery?
Corruption (or corrupt)
The conflict caused a _________ in relations between the former allies.
rupture (or disruption)
What is your principal's name?
Mr. Bertolo (Mr. B)
What does malfeasance mean?
wrongdoing, especially by a public official
Which vocabulary word means to break apart or the state of breaking apart?
Rupture
Our round of golf came to an _________ end on the 13th hole.
abrupt
What is one activity that Ms. Bere likes to do ?
Answers will vary