V5: Tele-, -ist & Wordmasters Review

Analyze the word "television" and explain how its root and suffix contribute to its meaning.

• The root "tele-" means close, and the suffix "-vision" means sight, so it means close sight.

• The root "tele-" means distant, and the suffix "-vision" means sight, so it means distant sight.

• The root "tele-" means sound, and the suffix "-vision" means hearing, so it means sound hearing.

• The root "tele-" means light, and the suffix "-vision" means dark, so it means light dark.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

Evaluate how the meaning of the word "teleprompter" is derived from its components.

• "Tele-" means close, and "prompter" means a person who prompts, so it means a close prompter.

• "Tele-" means distant, and "prompter" means a device that prompts, so it means a distant prompter.

• "Tele-" means distant, and "prompter" means a device that displays, so it means a device that displays from a distance.

• "Tele-" means sound, and "prompter" means a device that records, so it means a sound recorder.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Compare the roles of a "biologist" and a "geologist" based on their suffix and root meanings.

• Both study life, but a biologist focuses on plants while a geologist focuses on animals.

• A biologist studies life, while a geologist studies rocks.

• A biologist studies rocks, while a geologist studies life.

• Both study rocks, but a biologist focuses on minerals while a geologist focuses on fossils.

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

Using the root "tele-" and the suffix "-pathy," infer the meaning of "telepathy."

• Communication through sound waves.

• Communication through written messages.

• Communication sent between the minds of different people.

• Communication through visual signals.

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

Determine the relationship between the words "therapist" and "artist" based on their suffixes.

• Both involve studying and practicing a specific skill.

• Both involve creating visual art.

• Both involve studying distant objects.

• Both involve writing messages.

Tags

CCSS.L.K.5A

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

Analyze how the word "telephone" reflects its function based on its root and suffix.

• "Tele-" means sound, and "phone" means light, so it means sound light.

• "Tele-" means distant, and "phone" means sound, so it means distant sound.

• "Tele-" means close, and "phone" means sight, so it means close sight.

• "Tele-" means distant, and "phone" means sight, so it means distant sight.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

Evaluate the significance of the root "tele-" in the word "telescope" and its impact on the device's purpose.

• It signifies that the device is used for observing close objects.

• It signifies that the device is used for observing distant objects.

• It signifies that the device is used for recording sounds.

• It signifies that the device is used for sending messages.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

Critically assess the role of a "therapist" and how the suffix "-ist" informs their professional identity.

• The suffix "-ist" indicates someone who creates art.

• The suffix "-ist" indicates someone who studies and practices a specific kind of therapy.

• The suffix "-ist" indicates someone who observes distant objects.

• The suffix "-ist" indicates someone who writes messages.

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

Interpret the meaning of "telegram" by analyzing its root and suffix.

• A message sent through sound waves.

• A written message sent from a distance.

• A visual message sent from a distance.

• A message sent through light signals.

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

Examine the word "prevaricate" and determine its meaning based on context clues.

• To tell the truth.

• To avoid the truth and mislead.

• To communicate directly.

• To provide evidence.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C