Front

What is the adjective form of the word 'minuscule'?

Back

minuscular

Front

What part of speech is the word 'import'?

Back

verb

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.7.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

Which languages contain words that share the Latin origin of 'escapade'?

Back

Spanish and Italian

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

From what language does the word 'contour' originate?

Back

French

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What does the word 'vacillate' mean?

Back

to waver

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What is the definition of 'adjective'?

Back

A word that describes or modifies a noun.

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CCSS.L.6.6

CCSS.L.7.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.W.6.2D

CCSS.W.8.2D

Front

What is the purpose of a dictionary?

Back

To provide definitions, pronunciations, and information about words.

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CCSS.L.3.4D

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

Front

What is the difference between a noun and a verb?

Back

A noun is a person, place, thing, or idea, while a verb expresses an action or state of being.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

Front

What is an example of a word that has a Latin origin?

Back

'Import' comes from the Latin 'importare'.

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CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

Front

What does 'etymology' refer to?

Back

The study of the origin of words and how their meanings have changed over time.

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CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A