Greek and Latin Root: GRAPH

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What does the root 'graph' mean?

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The root 'graph' means 'to write' or 'to draw'.

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What is a phonograph?

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A phonograph is a record player; a device that turns the writing on records into sound.

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CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

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Define homograph.

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A homograph is a word that is written the same way as another word but has a different meaning.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is a biography?

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A biography is a book written about a person's life.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.RI.5.4

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

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What is a bibliography?

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A bibliography is the written list of all the books used in a report or book.

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What does cartography refer to?

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Cartography refers to mapmaking; the writing involved in making maps or charts.

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CCSS.RI.2.7

CCSS.RI.3.7

CCSS.RI.4.7

CCSS.RI.5.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

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What is the difference between a homograph and a synonym?

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A homograph is a word that is spelled the same as another word but has a different meaning, while a synonym is a word that has the same or similar meaning as another word.

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CCSS.L.5.5C

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What is the purpose of a bibliography in academic writing?

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The purpose of a bibliography is to provide a list of sources that were referenced or consulted in the writing of a report or book.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

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What is the significance of cartography in geography?

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Cartography is significant in geography as it involves the representation of spatial information and helps in understanding and navigating the physical world.

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Can you give an example of a homograph?

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An example of a homograph is 'lead' (to guide) and 'lead' (a type of metal).

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CCSS.L.5.5C