Stems 2.3 Exit Ticket

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What does the stem 'spec-' mean?

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The stem 'spec-' means 'to see' or 'to look.' It is used in words like 'inspect' (to look closely) and 'spectator' (one who watches).

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What does the stem 'scope-' signify?

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The stem 'scope-' signifies 'to examine' or 'to look closely.' It is used in words like 'microscope' (an instrument to examine small objects) and 'telescope' (an instrument to see distant objects).

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What does the stem 'tang/tact-' mean?

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The stem 'tang/tact-' means 'to touch.' It is used in words like 'tangible' (something that can be touched) and 'tactile' (related to the sense of touch).

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What does the stem 'vis/vid-' indicate?

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The stem 'vis/vid-' indicates 'to see.' It is used in words like 'visual' (related to seeing) and 'video' (a recording that can be seen).

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What does the stem 'aud-' signify?

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The stem 'aud-' signifies 'to hear.' It is used in words like 'auditory' (related to hearing) and 'audience' (a group of people who hear a performance).

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How does the stem 'spec-' apply in the word 'introspection'?

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In 'introspection,' the stem 'spec-' refers to examining one's own thoughts.

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What does the word 'intangible' mean based on the stem 'tang/tact-'?

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The word 'intangible' means something that cannot be touched.

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How does the stem 'vis/vid-' contribute to the meaning of 'supervisor'?

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In 'supervisor,' the stem 'vis/vid-' indicates the ability to see or oversee.

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What is the meaning of the word 'auditory'?

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The word 'auditory' relates to the sense of hearing.

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What does the stem 'scope-' imply in the context of a 'telescope'?

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In 'telescope,' the stem 'scope-' implies the ability to examine distant objects.