Question

5 - a - day language review: week 1
① use the meanings of the root and affix to define the word. then provide a dictionary definition.
docile \doc\ - teach \ile\ - capable of being, like
my definition:
dictionary definition:
② find 5 words that contain the root or affix from above.
③ which of the following might someone be persecuted for?
a) stealing from a store b) belonging to a particular ethnic group
c) having different beliefs d) driving without a license
④ add commas where needed to the sentence below.
however he was a spoiled obstinate child.
⑤ choose the antonym for the following word: divulge
conceal pretend disclose encourage
① select a word from \monday #2\ that has the best connotation to complete this sentence.
most people would just gawk in disbelief at his ______ clothes and car.
② identify if the adjectives in the text below are coordinate. if they are coordinate adjectives, add a comma. if they are not coordinate adjectives, label them n/c for
on - coordinate.\
the kind compassionate students raised money for the animal shelter.
③ circle the definition that matches the word used in the sentence below.
lofty

1. adj. very tall or high
2. adj. noble in feeling or high in ideals
3. adj. showing a superior attitude

she had a lofty way of speaking that made others feel inferior.
④ identify if the following sentence is simple, compound, complex, or compound - complex.
we went to the movies last night, and we really enjoyed it.
⑤ choose a matching analogy. ravenous : hungry
a) fascinating : interesting b) firm : hard c) serious : grave

Explanation:

Answer:

(1) My Definition: Capable of being taught; Dictionary Definition: Willingly obedient; easily managed or led
(2) doctor, doctrine, indoctrinate, docent, docilely
(3) b) belonging to a particular ethnic group; c) having different beliefs
(4) However, he was a spoiled, obstinate child.
(5) conceal
(1) (No answer provided as "Monday #2" words not given)
(2) The kind, compassionate students raised money for the animal shelter. (coordinate adjectives)
(3) 3. adj. Showing a superior attitude
(4) compound
(5) a) fascinating : interesting