Question

concept vocabulary
why these words? the vocabulary words relate to conflicts between or among nations or political groups. for example, countries might try to end conflicts by promoting policies of appeasement or disarmament.
propaganda conquerors disarmament
appeasement turmoil tyranny

practice answer the questions

1. how do the concept words reflect roosevelts concern over threats to democracy?
2. which other words in the selection connect to the concept of international conflict?
3. use pairs of vocabulary words in sentences that demonstrate their meanings. write three sentences, each with two of the concept words. then, rewrite the sentences using an antonym for each concept word. consult a thesaurus as needed

word study
latin suffix: -ment the latin suffix -ment means \act\ or
esulting from the state of.\ when added to a verb, the new word is a noun. for example, the vocabulary word appeasement is based on the verb appease, which means \give in to demands.\ appeasement, then, is a noun that means \act of appeasing, or giving in to demands.\

practice complete the activities

1. write a definition for each of the following words, and identify the verb on which it is based: contentment; resentment; announcement.
2. (a) add the suffix -ment to each of the following verbs: ail; displace; disillusion. (b) write definitions for each new word and then use the words correctly in original sentences.

Explanation:

1. Contentment: It means a state of happiness and satisfaction. It is based on the verb "content" (to make satisfied).
2. Resentment: It refers to bitter indignation at having been treated unfairly. It is based on the verb "resent" (to feel bitterness or indignation at).
3. Announcement: It is a public statement about something. It is based on the verb "announce" (to make known publicly).

(a) When we add -ment to "ail", we get "ailment" which means an illness or a physical or mental disorder. Example sentence: He has a minor ailment and is resting at home. When we add -ment to "displace", we get "displacement" which means the act of moving something or someone from one place to another. Example sentence: The displacement of the population due to the war was a tragic event. When we add -ment to "disillusion", we get "disillusionment" which means the feeling of being disappointed after discovering the truth about something or someone that one had admired. Example sentence: His disillusionment with the political system grew over time.

Answer:

1. Contentment: A state of happiness and satisfaction, based on "content". Resentment: Bitter indignation at unfair - treatment, based on "resent". Announcement: A public statement, based on "announce".
2. (a) Ailment, Displacement, Disillusionment.

(b) Ailment: An illness or disorder. Sentence: He has a minor ailment and is resting at home. Displacement: The act of moving from one place to another. Sentence: The displacement of the population due to the war was a tragic event. Disillusionment: The feeling of disappointment after discovering the truth. Sentence: His disillusionment with the political system grew over time.