What is the meaning of the word 'pedant'?

A person concerned with minor details

What does 'divest' mean?

To strip of power or possessions

What is the best definition of 'expedient'?

Convenient but possibly improper

What does it mean to 'incorporate' something?

To combine it as part of a whole

How does the word 'corporeal' differ in meaning from 'corpulent'?

Corporeal refers to the physical body, while corpulent refers to being overweight.

Corporeal means spiritual, while corpulent means tangible.

Corporeal is about mental attributes, while corpulent is about physical attributes.

Corporeal and corpulent have the same meaning.

Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the concept of 'divest'?

A company selling off a division to focus on core operations.

A king granting land to his knights.

A teacher giving extra credit to students.

A chef adding spices to a dish.

How might a 'travesty' impact public perception of a legal proceeding?

It could cause doubt and ridicule towards the justice system.

It could enhance the credibility of the process.

It could lead to widespread acceptance of the verdict.

It could result in a fair and just outcome.

What is the relationship between 'vested' interests and decision-making?

Vested interests can influence decisions to benefit certain parties.

Vested interests often lead to unbiased decisions.

Vested interests are irrelevant in decision-making.

Vested interests always ensure fair outcomes.

Which scenario best illustrates an 'impediment' in communication?

A language barrier between speakers.

A clear and concise presentation.

A mutual understanding between parties.

How does the root 'corpus' in 'incorporate' influence its meaning?

It suggests adding something to a group or body

It implies removing something from a whole

It indicates a connection to corporal punishment

It suggests a link to corporate business practices

How does the root of 'pedant' relate to its negative connotation?

It suggests an excess of education leads to annoying behavior

It implies a focus on children's education, which is seen as trivial

It indicates a connection to foot-related issues

It suggests a link to ancient teaching methods

Unit 8 Vocabulary HW

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English

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8th Grade

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CCSS

L.5.4B, L.2.4B, L.5.5C

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word relates to the physical body and is derived from the Latin root 'corpus'?

Corpulent

Corporeal

Incorporate

Pedagogue

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CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the meaning of the word 'corpulent'?

Tangible or material

Excessively fat or overweight

To combine or include

A teacher

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means to strip or deprive someone of power, rights, or possessions?

Divest

Vested

Vestment

Travesty

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The word 'expedient' is derived from the Latin root 'expedire'. What does it mean?

Hindrance

Convenient and practical

To clothe

A false representation

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word is derived from the Latin root 'impedire' and means a hindrance or obstruction?

Impediment

Expedient

Pedant

Pedestrian

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the word 'incorporate' mean?

To strip of power

To combine or include

A ceremonial garment

A teacher

Tags

CCSS.L.2.4B

CCSS.L.3.2E

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word is derived from the Greek root 'paidagōgos' and refers to a teacher?

Pedagogue

Pedant

Pedestrian

Travesty

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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Unit 8 Vocabulary HW

35 questions

Which word relates to the physical body and is derived from the Latin root 'corpus'?

What is the meaning of the word 'corpulent'?

Which word means to strip or deprive someone of power, rights, or possessions?

The word 'expedient' is derived from the Latin root 'expedire'. What does it mean?

Which word is derived from the Latin root 'impedire' and means a hindrance or obstruction?

What does the word 'incorporate' mean?

Which word is derived from the Greek root 'paidagōgos' and refers to a teacher?

What is the meaning of the word 'pedant'?

Which word can mean both lacking inspiration and a person walking?

The word 'travesty' is derived from the Latin roots 'trans-' and 'vestire'. What does it mean?

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