Word Roots Manu/Ject/Spec/Dict

Can you draw the trajectory of the soccer ball that will MISS the net?

Imagine a world where Harper, David, and Mariko are learning about historical figures. They discover tales of a _____ who ruled by force, leaving people with very little control over their own lives. Who could this mysterious figure be?

• dictator

• dictionary

• verdict

• edict

The annual Horseracing Derby is just around the corner, and Angie, Harper, and Mariko are all buzzing with excitement! Most people are eagerly _____ Solo's Shadow to gallop into first place. Who do you think will win?

• predict

• contradict

• dictate

• indict

Trivia Break: Which country would you find the great wall?

In a dramatic moment, Judge Sophia read the _____ to the eagerly awaiting courtroom, where Harper and Andrew sat on the edge of their seats.

• verdict

• diction

• edict

• dictation

In a bustling town meeting, the official, accompanied by Harper and Angie, prepared to issue an _____ to explain why everyone must adhere to a new law. What did the official announce?

• edict

• verdict

• diction

• indictment

During the school debate, Agastya dramatically read the _____, which accused Harper of making a bad decision in choosing the wrong team mascot.

• indictment

• dictation

• prediction

• contradiction

Imagine David and Mariko are having a lively debate. It's important to remember that it's not polite to _____ your parents, even if you're as passionate as they are!

• contradict

• predict

• dictate

• indict

Imagine you're at a party with David and Mariko, and you notice some guests have a unique way of speaking. They differ in _____ than you.

• diction

• verdict

• edict

• dictation

Imagine you're a detective like Angie, Mariko, or David, and you've been called to serve on a jury. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to decide on a _____ in a case. What will it be?

• verdict

• edict

• dictation

• indictment