Question

circle the letter next to the word or phrase that best completes the sentence or answers the question. pay special attention to the word in boldface.

1. which is a barrier to success in school?

a. poor study habits
b. encouragement from friends
c. a tall fence
d. eating breakfast every day

1. you might rejoice if you

a. found your lost dog.
b. ruined your favorite shirt.
c. failed a spelling test.
d. saw a popular movie.

1. people who loot are

a. winning a prize.
b. breaking the law.
c. running in circles.
d. taking pictures.

1. a reliable friend is one who

a. doesnt let you down.
b. makes fun of you.
c. is never on time.
d. always makes you laugh.
words with latin roots
the unit word compose comes from the latin prefix com-, meaning \with,\ and the latin root pos, which means \to put or place.\ together, the word parts mean \to form, to put together\ or \to create or write.\ the root pos is used in the following words:

• composition (n.): something formed to make a whole (something put together)
• impose (v.): to put a burden or requirement on (to put or place something on)
• oppose (v.): to be against someone or something (to put or place against)
• transpose (v.): to switch or shift (to place in a different order)
• posture (n.): position of the body (the way the body is placed)

choose two of the words from the list above. write a sentence for each word to show you understand its meaning.
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2.

Explanation:

For the first set of multiple - choice questions:

• In question 1, "barrier" implies something that hinders. Poor study habits (\(a\)) would hinder success in school. Encouragement (\(b\)) and eating breakfast (\(d\)) are positive, and a tall fence (\(c\)) is not relevant to school success.
• In question 2, "rejoice" means to be happy. Finding a lost dog (\(a\)) is a happy event. Ruining a shirt (\(b\)) and failing a test (\(c\)) are negative. Just seeing a movie (\(d\)) doesn't necessarily mean rejoicing.
• In question 3, "loot" means to steal (which is breaking the law). Winning a prize (\(a\)), running in circles (\(c\)), and taking pictures (\(d\)) are not related to looting.
• In question 4, a "reliable" friend is one who doesn't let you down (\(a\)). Making fun (\(b\)), being late (\(c\)) are negative traits. Always making you laugh (\(d\)) is not the core meaning of reliable.

For the sentence - writing part (using words from the Latin - root list):

• For "impose": The government can impose a new tax on luxury goods. Here, "impose" is used as putting a burden (the tax) on something.
• For "oppose": Many citizens oppose the construction of a new factory near their neighborhood as it may pollute the environment. Here, "oppose" is used as being against something.

Answer:

1. a. poor study habits
2. a. found your lost dog
3. b. breaking the law
4. a. doesn't let you down

Sentences:

1. The government can impose a new tax on luxury goods.
2. Many citizens oppose the construction of a new factory near their neighborhood as it may pollute the environment.