Roots
what root means - to shape
form
something that is formed or created; an orderly arrangement or group of people, ships, or airplanes.
formation
In 1945, my grandfather was a poor _________________ from Hungary and within ten years he had created a thriving business here in America.
Immigrant
You are in your formative years. What does the word formative mean?
to still be growing or developing. It is a time when you are still influential.
Spelling #20
cough
what root means - to build or make up
struct
to slow or block the movement, progress, or action. to be in front of something, which makes it difficult to see.
obstruct
There are politicians who are working hard to ______ schools in order to make them better.
reform
What is a synonym for the word Emigrate?
to leave or depart
Spell number #3
reform
what root means to - to wander
migr
moving from one place to another at different times of the year
migratory
Ellen's family is trying to __________ to Sweeden with Uncle Henrick.
emigrate
what is an antonym of obstruct?
clear path
Spell # 11
structural
what root means to -examine or view
scope
a person who comes to a country to live there
immigrant
I wasn't sure how to __________________ (understand) her comment; was it an insult or a compliment?
construe
What might be a challenge to a biologist who is studying MIGRATORY animals?
a. Staying cool in hot, dry climates
b. Living in the same place for years as he studies them
c, Keeping track of the moving animals
d. Finding food for the animals
C. Keeping track of the moving animals
Spell # 8
emigrate
what root means to - end
fin
to understand an action, event, remark, etc. in a particular way; to understand the meaning of a word, phrase, or sentence.
construe
Many times a teacher will talk to you about your behavior by giving you _________ feedback with the goal of trying to ________ you into the best student you can be!
Constructive / conform
determined : _____________ : : rebellious : conform
antonym for determined (hint)
quit
Spell # 10
migratory