Definitions
Define the word contribute.
To help to cause something to happen
Spell the past tense of cause
caused
Spell "cause" with an -ing ending
causing
Define the word 'aggressive'
to be ready and willing to fight, argue, etc.
What's the root word of 'aggressive'?
Hint: The root word of walking is 'walk'.
aggress
Can you spell aggressive with -ing?
No. '-ive' ending won't take -ing. Trick, trick, trick, trick, trick, trick!
I'll do my dance now!
Define the word argument.
a statement or series of statements for or against something
Is the word "argument" in the below sentence used as a noun or a verb?
I support your argument that violent video games do not cause youth violence.noun
Can you add -ing to argument?
No.
Define support as it's used in the below sentence:
I support your argument that violent video games does contribute to youth violence.
to agree with or approve of
What is a synonym?
A word that means the same thing
Can you add -ing to supportive?
No. But you can add -ing to the word 'support'.
I am supporting your argument that video games are great.
What is one synonym for the word 'support'?
endorse; advocate; back
What is a synonym for the word 'contribute'?
cause
What is an antonym (opposite) for the word 'aggressive'?
pleasant; laid-back; easy-going