Understanding the Word 'Align'

The video explores the word 'align', detailing its definitions, etymology, and usage. It explains 'align' as both a literal and figurative term, originating from Latin and French influences. The video includes a music break challenge to find words with 'Lin', and provides examples like 'linear' and 'delineate'. It concludes with practical sentence examples and a brief discussion on pronunciation.

What is one of the definitions of the word 'align'?

• To create a new word

• To support or associate with someone

• To break something apart

• To make something colorful

What is the literal meaning of 'align'?

• To color things differently

• To put things in a straight line

• To break things apart

• To create a new path

Which of the following words is derived from the Latin root 'Lin'?

• Rectangular

• Circular

• Linear

• Triangular

Which word means 'to describe in detail' and is derived from 'Lin'?

• Illuminate

• Delineate

• Eliminate

• Dominate

Why is the 'g' in 'align' not pronounced?

• It is a mistake in spelling

• It is a new addition to the word

• It is a silent letter in English

• It is borrowed from French pronunciation

What is a common feature of words like 'sign' and 'align'?

• They are both adjectives

• They have a silent 'g'

• They are both verbs

• They are both nouns

Which sentence uses 'align' in a literal sense?

• She aligned with the new team.

• The planets aligned for a perfect view.

• They aligned their interests for the event.

• We aligned our goals for the project.

In which context is 'align' used figuratively?

• Aligning the stars

• Aligning the planets

• Aligning with a team

• Aligning the books on a shelf

What does the word 'alignment' refer to?

• A type of measurement

• A type of document

• A form of disagreement

• A state of agreement or arrangement

What is the purpose of adding 'm-e-n-t' to 'align'?

• To make it a verb

• To make it an adjective

• To make it a noun

• To make it an adverb