SM Reading for Context (24 October 2020)

SM Reading for Context (24 October 2020)

1. Word Parts

• The idea: Break down the different parts of a word—base word (word stem or root word), prefixes, and suffixes—to figure out what it means. Some words have a prefix only (reread), a suffix only (reading), both a prefix and a suffix (prereading), a combination (unreadableness), or neither (read).

• Discrimination

  Dis-: not, opposite of, reverse, deprive of; apart, away

  crimin: verdict, judicial decision; judgment

  tion: indicates the word is a noun

2. Definition/explanation

• The idea: Look for a definition or an explanation within the sentence.

• Discrimination or unfairly targeting one or more groups by those who perceive themselves to be superior can cause distress.

• Vulnerable people are oftentimes in need of protection under certain laws so others cannot take advantage of them.

3. Synonym

• The idea: Words next to the unknown word can be a clue that there is a synonym.

• Discrimination or bias can cause distress toward the targeted group.

• When people know they are vulnerable or defenseless, they tend to protect themselves to avoid harm.

4. Example

• The idea: Providing examples of the unknown word can give readers a clue to meaning.

• Like shunning smokers in restaurants by making them satisfy their habit outside, discrimination targets a perceived undesirable group.

• Vulnerable people, such as young children, the elderly, or handicapped individuals, might have protections under certain laws.

5. Antonym/contrast

• The idea: opposite information about the unknown word can be offset by words and phrases such as unlike, as opposed to, different from.

• Discrimination, as opposed to fairness for all people, can have damaging effects on a targeted group.

• Vulnerable people, unlike those who can stand up for themselves, tend to be the target of unethical or dangerous individuals.

6. Analogy

• The idea: Comparisons of the word help to determine what it means.

• The ill effects of discrimination are like hateful, wicked tendrils gripping the heart.

• Vulnerable people can be like fragile glass in need of care and attention.

7. Appositive

• The idea: Look for the grammatical structure of appositives which can provide a definition, synonym, or example.

• Discrimination, the act of showing bias to one group, can have damaging effects.

• The elderly and handicapped, a vulnerable group of individuals, have laws to protect them from unethical individuals.

Multiple Choice

Discrimination

• treating people in an unjust way

• treating people in a reasonable way

• treating everybody equally

• treating somebody or a particular group differently

Multiple Choice

Vulnerable

• easily controlled

• easily hurt

• easily offended

• easily accepting