Greek & Latin Root - Spec

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What does the root 'spec' mean?

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The root 'spec' means 'to look' or 'to see.'

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CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

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What are spectacles?

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Spectacles are glasses that help people see better.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.4.10

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What does it mean to inspect something?

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To inspect means to look at something closely in order to learn more about it or to check its quality.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.6.2B

CCSS.L.5.6

CCSS.L.7.2B

CCSS.L.8.2C

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Who are spectators?

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Spectators are people who watch an event, such as a game or a performance.

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

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What is a retrospective documentary?

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A retrospective documentary is a film that looks back on past events or experiences.

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CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

CCSS.L.3.4D

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What does perspective mean in a story?

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Perspective refers to the viewpoint or angle from which a story is told or understood.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.5.2D

CCSS.L.7.6

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Give an example of a word that uses the root 'spec'.

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One example is 'inspect,' which means to look at something carefully.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

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What does circumspect mean?

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Circumspect means being cautious and considering all possible consequences before acting.

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CCSS.L.6.1E

CCSS.L.5.4B

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What is introspection?

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Introspection is the examination of one's own thoughts and feelings.

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CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.8.4

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How can the root 'spec' help you understand new words?

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Recognizing the root 'spec' can help you infer the meaning of new words related to seeing or looking.

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CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

CCSS.L.4.4B