You will need a good English Dictionary to complete this assignment. If you don't have one at home, try the online Merriam-Webster.
A derivative is a word that comes into a language from a different language. English is full of Latin derivatives (as are French, Spanish and Italian). Over time the meaning of the derivative in its new language can change, a little or a lot. Nevertheless, knowing the Latin roots of words can help us figure out the meaning of unfamiliar English words. In addition, English words can help us figure out many Latin words. For each lesson in our textbook there will be a worksheet on derivatives. You can find them HERE.
Directions:
Give the Latin word from the vocabulary list to which the English words are related. Then write a definition of one of the English words. Choose three of the English words you have defined and use them in a sentence that reveals that you understand the meaning.
In choosing words to define, go for ones that you don't know at all or don't use frequently.
The sentences "The house was rustic" Or "the village was small" do not show that you have understood the meaning of rustic or village.
The purpose here is to get under the skin of two languages, Latin and English, and to make connections. Give some thought to your choices, definitions and sentences. Your thoughtfulness and creativity will be apparent, if you use them.
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