Critical Reading & Writing - Vocabulary

The video tutorial provides strategies for expanding vocabulary, focusing on Latin and Greek roots, prefixes, and suffixes. It emphasizes the importance of understanding word structure to infer meanings, especially for SAT preparation. The tutorial covers both positive and negative prefixes, offering examples and tips for memorization. It concludes with advice on using dictionaries and encourages active learning by looking up unfamiliar words.

What is the best way to memorize complex words according to the text?

Explain the significance of Latin and Greek root words in understanding English vocabulary.

What does the prefix 'peri' mean, and can you provide examples of words that use this prefix?

How can knowing prefixes and suffixes help you on the SAT?

What are some examples of positive prefixes mentioned in the text?

Describe the meaning of the prefix 'mal' and provide examples of words that contain it.

What does the term 'archaic' mean, and how is it relevant to vocabulary learning for the SAT?