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Teaching Notes<strong>Vocabulary</strong>OverviewThese twenty-five transparencies provide a variety <strong>of</strong> activitiesdesigned to increase vocabulary development and prepare studentsfor the SAT and for state-specific tests.Skills Areas■■■■■■■■Frequently Confused WordsDeadwood AdjectivesDefinitionsConnotationsSynonymsPrefixesSuffixesRootsActivities■■■■■Syno-gramsSentence completionsCrossword puzzlesGraphic organizersDrawings<strong>Ans</strong>wersBrief answers are provided for your convenience on the transparenciesthemselves. Further examples, sample sentences, and explanationsare included on the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key <strong>pages</strong> that follow.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.29


Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.<strong>Ans</strong>wer Key<strong>Vocabulary</strong>Transparency 26<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Synonyms1 They bought the dilapidated house and fixedit up.Additional synonyms: decayed, ramshackle2 He separated the eggs according to the recipebefore making the cake.Additional synonyms: detached, divided3 Douglass was an eloquent orator, and manypeople came to hear him speak.Additional synonyms: articulate, persuasive4 The rowdy soccer fans stopped the game bythrowing trash onto the field.Additional synonyms: excited, wildTransparency 27<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Frequently Confused Words1 A Accept means “receive.” A student’s drawingmight show a person giving somethingto another person.Example sentence: Will you accept this giftas a thank you for all your help?1 B Except means “omit.” A student’s drawingmight show one item out <strong>of</strong> many set tothe side.Example sentence: We will take all oursports equipment with us except our skis.2 A Assistance means “help.” A student’sdrawing might show a young personhelping an elderly one.Example sentence: The boy was willing tohelp when his neighbor needed assistanceclimbing the stairs.2 B Assistants means “helpers, especially subordinates.”A student’s drawing mightshow an <strong>of</strong>fice setting with several workers.Example sentence: The director’s assistantsmade sure the actors were ready for the nextscene.3 A Stationery is writing paper, or paper forcorrespondence. A student’s drawing mightVOCABULARYshow a teenager writing to his or her friend.Example sentence: I keep a box <strong>of</strong> stationeryin my desk.3 B Stationary means “immovable.” A student’sdrawing might show a large statue andsomeone trying without success to move it.Example sentence: The statue is stationary,so we will not be able to move it to thecenter <strong>of</strong> the park.Transparency 28<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: ConnotationsAcross1 As a synonym for fan, zealot has a negativeconnotation, implying an extreme attitude.2 As a synonym for well known, notorious has anegative connotation, indicating famegarnered by wrongdoing.3 As a synonym for spur-<strong>of</strong>-the-moment, rashhas a negative connotation, implying a lack<strong>of</strong> judgment.4 As a synonym for inflexible, stubborn has anegative connotation, implying a desire to becontrary.5 As a synonym for inflexible, steadfast has apositive connotation, implying loyalty.6 As a synonym for fan, enthusiast has apositive connotation, suggesting vigor andsupport.Down7 As a synonym for well known, celebrated has apositive connotation, suggesting worthiness<strong>of</strong> recognition.8 As a synonym for spur-<strong>of</strong>-the-moment, spontaneoushas a positive connotation, implyingenergy and creativity.Transparency 29<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Prefixes1 prevent I will do everything in my powerto prevent the closing <strong>of</strong> the library.ANSWER KEY 31


<strong>Ans</strong>wer Key (cont.)VOCABULARY5ST6EE7C1Z E A L O TL2ENB3R ASHA4S T U B B O REA D F A S TNTH U S I A8SPONTANEOUSTTO R I O U S2 premeditated The crime was clearlypremeditated.3 prejudice His classmates are free fromprejudice.4 prelude My favorite part <strong>of</strong> thatopera is the prelude.Transparency 30<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Definitions1 animosity A great deal <strong>of</strong> animosity developedwhen the deal fell apart.2 loathe Tom loathes waking up early onweekends.3 reject He will reject your <strong>of</strong>fer to buythe company.4 evacuate The rescue squad evacuated thevillage when the floodwatersrose.5 evasive The team’s tight end made anevasive move and scored atouchdown.6 elude The escaped convict tried toelude his pursuers by wading ina stream.Transparency 31<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Suffixes1 initiative Please take the initiative andgo meet her.2 prospective He is a prospective client, soplease be friendly.3 attractive You are quite attractive in thatnew suit.4 submissive The horse was submissive afterthe harness was put on him.Transparency 32<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Deadwood Adjectives1 frightful, appalling The appalling weatherconditions caused theChans to cancel theparty.2 hearty, voracious Grandma cooked us ahearty breakfast beforewe left for school.3 modest, simple The governor’s familylives in a modest homein the suburbs.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.32 ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


<strong>Ans</strong>wer Key (cont.)VOCABULARYCopyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.4 bizarre, unique Bill’s bizarre behaviorembarrassed everyonein the auditorium.5 scenic, panoramic The panoramic display<strong>of</strong> natural beautyamazed the travelers.Transparency <strong>33</strong><strong>Vocabulary</strong>: ConnotationsPOSITIVENEGATIVE1 assertive aggressiveMr. Jorgenson did not gain many votes at thedebate because he was too aggressive.2 meticulous finickyKim is meticulous about the condition <strong>of</strong> herroom and cleans it twice a day.3 slim skinnyBecause he <strong>exercises</strong> regularly and eatsbalanced meals, Juan is slim and healthy.4 versatile fickleTo be a success on Broadway, an actor mustbe versatile—able to sing, dance, and act.5 serene apatheticCoach Carbone cut Maria from the JV teambecause <strong>of</strong> her apathetic attitude.Transparency 34<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Frequently Confused Words1 stationery The park bench was stationaryand could not be moved overto the baseball field.2 veracity The lionesses ate their kill witha voracity that was frightening.3 allusions The magician created manyillusions during his performance.4 swayed The suede jacket costs over 200dollars.5 alluded He eluded his pursuers by hidingin the old, abandoned warehouse.Transparency 35<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Synonyms1 My little sister’s incessant whining annoys me.Additional synonyms: continual, unceasing2 The referee did not appreciate the player’simpertinent actions, so he removed the playerfrom the game.Additional synonyms: bold, saucy3 The cat was nimble, quickly jumping overthe fence to escape the dog.Additional synonyms: spry, active4 When I throw the ball, my dog retrieves it.Additional synonyms: fetch, reclaimTransparency 36<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Frequently Confused Words1 A Principal means “<strong>of</strong> chief importance,”“a chief person, such as the head <strong>of</strong> aschool,” or “an amount <strong>of</strong> money onwhich interest is computed.” A student’sdrawing might show the head <strong>of</strong> a school.Example sentence: The principal made anannouncement to the entire student body.1 B Principle means “a basic rule or truth.”A student’s drawing might illustrate aprinciple, such as “Honesty is the bestpolicy” or “Do unto others as you wouldhave others do unto you.”Example sentence: It is important to act onprinciple if you wish to be taken seriously.2 AAdesert is a dry area and to desert means“to abandon.” A student might draw adesert setting.Example sentence: Cacti grow in the desert.2 B Adessert is a sweet, end-<strong>of</strong>-meal dish. Astudent might draw a favorite dessert.Example sentence: We had watermelonfor dessert at the picnic.3 A Compliment means “an act <strong>of</strong> courtesy orrespect.” A student might draw two peopleshaking hands.ANSWER KEY <strong>33</strong>


<strong>Ans</strong>wer Key (cont.)Example sentence: Lori complimented theactress by shaking her hand when theperformance was over.3 B Complement means “something thatcompletes.” A student might draw a tieand a suit.Example sentence: I think this tie willcomplement the suit you have chosen to wear.Transparency 37<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: ConnotationsAcross1 As a synonym for enthusiastic, fervent has apositive connotation, implying intensedevotion.2 As a synonym for sharp, pungent has a positiveconnotation, implying that something ispoignant.3 As a synonym for old, antiquated has a negativeconnotation, implying that something isno longer useful.4 As a synonym for dull or worn-out, decrepithas a negative connotation, implying weakness.DownVOCABULARY1 As a synonym for usable, functional has apositive connotation, implying usefulness.5 As a synonym for cutting or sneering, sarcastichas a negative connotation, implying rudeness.6 As a synonym for old, venerable has a positiveconnotation, indicating someone or somethingrespected.7 As a synonym for enthusiastic, frenzied has anegative connotation, implying near-insanity.Transparency 38<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Prefixes1 intercede The diplomat will intercede onbehalf <strong>of</strong> his nation2 interval The obstacle course containedhurdles at certain intervals.3 intermittent Susan could not sleepbecause <strong>of</strong> the intermittentdrip <strong>of</strong> the faucet.4 interference I want to work on this paintingwithout interference fromanyone.5S3ARCASTIC16FUE R V E N TEP U N G E N TNTCTIONERQUATBL7FRE DNZA E ILE4D E C R E P2I TCopyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.34 ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


<strong>Ans</strong>wer Key (cont.)VOCABULARYTransparency 43<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Frequently Confused Words1 raise The sun rises in the east andsets in the west.2 effect Don’t let bad weather affectyour spirits.3 respectfully The first and second awardswent to Bob and Jill, respectively.4 imminent Our eminent guests weresought after by many inthe crowd who wantedautographs.5 altogether Keep the books that belong toJohn all together on that shelf.Transparency 44<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Synonyms1 Wash your face and comb your hair, or youwill appear unkempt.Additional synonyms: messy, ill-kept2 Attendance at the party was quite sparse;I saw only five guests.Additional synonyms: scattered, thin3 Will you wear a suit to the reception, or isformal garb required?Additional synonyms: clothing, apparel4 The potion made her feel strong and alert.Additional synonyms: remedy, substanceTransparency 45<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Frequently Confused Words1 A Formerly means “previously.” Studentsmight draw themselves at an earlier timein their lives.Example sentence: Formerly, I wore braceson my teeth.1 B Formally means “politely” or “accordingto rule or custom.” A student might drawa scene <strong>of</strong> a formal dance.Example sentence: He formally asked herto marry him by getting down on hisknees.2 A Loose means “not tight.” A student’sdrawing might show a figure wearingloose-fitting clothing.Example sentence: She loved loose-fittingdresses like caftans.2 B Lose means “to misplace or get rid <strong>of</strong>.” Astudent’s drawing might show someonewho loses something.Example sentence: She lost her sock, soshe was left with only half a pair.3 A Incredulous means “doubting.” A student’sdrawing might show a frowning parent.Example sentence: Drew’s father gavehim an incredulous look as Drew explainedhow the window broke.3 B Incredible means “unbelievable.” A student’sdrawing might show a spaceshiplanding.Example sentence: Seeing aliens land inthe field would be incredible.Transparency 46<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Suffixes1 discretion Keeping this a secret willrequire the discretion <strong>of</strong>everyone here.2 intimidation Due to intimidation by thelocal bosses, no one waswilling to vote freely.3 obsession Losing weight had become anobsession for Don; he countedthe calories <strong>of</strong> everything he ate.4 interception Caleb’s interception was theturning point <strong>of</strong> the game.Transparency 47<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Definitions1 dupe How could I be such a dupeas to hand over $100 to astranger!2 hoax The hoax involved forgingsignatures and impersonatingpolice <strong>of</strong>ficers.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.36 ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


<strong>Ans</strong>wer Key (cont.)3 unscrupulous I believe it would beunscrupulous to take moneyfor a job I didn’t complete.4 promenade Couples promenade downthe boardwalk at sunset.5 strut Watch him strut after makingthat touchdown.6 meander I love to meander throughthe park.VOCABULARY3 negotiate haggleNo matter how much time it wastes, he hasto haggle over the price <strong>of</strong> everything.4 resourceful calculatingIn her typical calculating style, she figuredout a way to get us to pay for the cab.5 wary suspiciousShe’s so suspicious that she never greets astranger.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.Transparency 48<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Roots1 sympathize I sympathize with youbecause <strong>of</strong> your broken leg.2 symphony She attends symphony concertsas <strong>of</strong>ten as she can.3 export The United States exportsgrain to other countries.4 support We will support his effort.Transparency 49<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: ConnotationsPOSITIVENEGATIVE1 vivid gaudyWearing a gaudy yellow dress to the interviewwas a serious lapse in judgment.2 congregation hordeA horde <strong>of</strong> angry wasps attacked the carelesshikers.Transparency 50<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Frequently Confused Words1 alludes My cat eludes my dog byrunning under the bed.2 already We are all ready to go andplan to take the 10:00 A.M.bus.3 continuous I was awakened three timesby the continual sound <strong>of</strong>police sirens.4 uninterested The ideal juror should bedisinterested in the outcome<strong>of</strong> the case being tried.5 farther We will discuss Faulkner’ssymbolism further at ournext meeting.ANSWER KEY 37


TRANSPARENCY26■ Remind students that context can help them determine the meaning <strong>of</strong> varioussynonyms.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 C, 2 B, 3 D, 4 A. Sample sentences and examples <strong>of</strong> synonyms appearin the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : SynonymsA rowdy B separated C dilapidated D eloquentDIRECTIONS■■■Choose a word from the box that has the same meaning as theunderlined word in the sentence.Then, write a sentence using the word you have chosen.Finally, think <strong>of</strong> one additional synonym for each underlinedword and write it on your paper.1 The old cottage looked extremely r u n - d o w n , as if it had beenneglected for years.2 The yellowed <strong>pages</strong> became d i s c o n n e c t e d and fell out <strong>of</strong> theancient book.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.3 The famous speaker was f l u e n t and inspirational; the audiencelistened attentively to her every word.4 The crowd became f r e n z i e d as many spectators screamed andjumped around when it appeared that their team was goingto win.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY27■ You may wish to demonstrate the activity by making simple line drawingsor diagrams to illustrate the meanings <strong>of</strong> the underlined words in the model.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers will vary. Suggestions appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Frequently Confused WordsMODELI always take the shortest ro u t e to school.Our high school football team r o u t e d the opposing team 76–3.DIRECTIONS■■Draw a simple picture or diagram for each word in the threepairs to show the difference in meaning between them.Then, write a sentence using each word correctly.AcceptExceptCopyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.AssistanceStationeryAssistantsStationaryELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY28■ Remind students that synonyms <strong>of</strong>ten have different connotations, or shades<strong>of</strong> meaning. You may want to fill in the grid as students suggest answers.■ The completed puzzle appears in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Connotations71Z E A L O T823456DIRECTIONS■■■■To complete the puzzle, look for a word that has a similarmeaning to the clue word.P means to look for a word with a positive connotation.N means to look for a word with a negative connotation.Write the words on your paper. The first one has been doneas an example.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.CLUE WORDSAcross1 fan (N)2 well known (N)3 spur-<strong>of</strong>-the-moment (N)4 inflexible (N)5 inflexible (P)6 fan (P)Down7 well known (P)8 spur-<strong>of</strong>-the-moment (P)ANSWER CHOICEScelebratedstubbornspontaneouszealotsteadfastenthusiastrashnotoriousELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY29■ Remind students that a prefix is a letter or group <strong>of</strong> letters added to the front <strong>of</strong> aroot to change its meaning.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 prevent, 2 premeditate, 3 prejudice, 4 prelude. Example sentencesappear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: PrefixesMODELPrefix: letter or group <strong>of</strong> letters added to the front <strong>of</strong> a root tochange its meaningpre-: before, at first, priorview: (root) to look at attentively, watchpreview: to view before, a first look atThe movie preview was astonishing; we could hardly wait tosee the new film.DIRECTIONS■■For each numbered clue, write the appropriate word thatbegins with the prefix pre-.Then, write a sentence using the word.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.1 to keep from happening, to holdback2 to consider or meditate beforehandpre-3 judgment or opinion formedbefore facts are known, bias4 an introductory or preliminaryperformance <strong>of</strong> musicELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY30■ Remind students that understanding the definitions <strong>of</strong> related words can helpthem expand their vocabulary.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 B, 2 C, 3 A, 4 A, 5 C, 6 B. Sample sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : DefinitionsDIRECTIONS■■Choose the word from the box that best matches thenumbered definition.Then, write your own sentence using the word.Words That Express DislikeA reject B animosity C loathe1 a strong, deep-rooted dislike2 to feel intense hatred for3 to turn down or put awayCopyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.Words That Express EscapeA evacuate B elude C evasive4 to remove from an area <strong>of</strong> danger5 hard to catch6 to escape or avoid through the use <strong>of</strong> quickness or cunningELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY31<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Suffixes■ Remind students that a suffix is a letter or group <strong>of</strong> letters added to the end <strong>of</strong> aroot to change its meaning.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 initiative, 2 prospective, 3 attractive, 4 submissive. Sample sentencesappear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.MODELSuffix: letter or group <strong>of</strong> letters added to the end <strong>of</strong> a root tochange its meaning-ive: showing or demonstrating a characteristicsupport: (root) to carry, bear, upholdsupportive: demonstrating support <strong>of</strong> a person or thingMr. Patterson is always supportive <strong>of</strong> his staff.DIRECTIONS■■Add -ive to a word in each clue sentence below. You may haveto change the spelling <strong>of</strong> the root in order to spell the newword containing the suffix correctly.Then, write a sentence using the word.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.1 We must i n i t i a t e our new planimmediately!-ive2 The p r o s p e c t <strong>of</strong> a new schoolthrills me.3 The group will a t t r a c t peoplewho are interested in music.4 He will s u b m i t to their questions.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY32■ Suggest to students that replacing weak, general adjectives with strong, moreprecise adjectives will make their writing more interesting to readers.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 frightful, appalling; 2 hearty, voracious; 3 modest, plain; 4 bizarre,unique; 5 scenic, panoramic. Sample sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Deadwood Adjectivesfrightful hearty modest appalling simplebizarre scenic unique panoramic voraciousDIRECTIONS■■Write two adjectives from the box that could replace eachunderlined word. You will use all the words in the box.Then, select one adjective from each pair and write a sentenceusing the word correctly.1 The continual stormy weather was ba d .2 She was active, athletic, and had a s t r o n g appetite.3 Thoreau lived alone in the woods and led a p l a i n life.4 The car’s u n u s u a l appearance attracted a lot <strong>of</strong> attention.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.5 The w i d e view we enjoy from the terrace includes the distantmountains.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY<strong>33</strong>■ Remind students that synonyms <strong>of</strong>ten have different connotations, or shades <strong>of</strong>meaning. Example: You might describe something you like as “distinctive” andsomething you don’t like as “weird.”■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers and example sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : ConnotationsMODELconfident: assured, certain, sure <strong>of</strong> oneselfConnotation: positiveLaura looked confident as she walked onto the stage.haughty: arrogant, proud, showing contempt for othersConnotation: negativeThe candidate’s haughty expression did not win him any votes.DIRECTIONS■■■Create two columns: POSITIVE and NEGATIVE.Place the words in each numbered pair in the appropriatecolumn.Select one word from each pair, and considering its connotation,write a sentence using the word correctly.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.1 assertive aggressive2 finicky meticulous3 slim skinny4 fickle versatile5 serene apatheticELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY34■ Remind students that many similar-sounding words <strong>of</strong>ten are confused andmisused.■ Remind students to consider carefully context and spelling.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers : 1 B, 2 A, 3 B, 4 A, 5 A. Example sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Frequently Confused WordsMODELHer (counsel, council) from the law firm advised her not totalk to reporters.The (counsel, council ) met to decide whether or not toendorse the candidate.DIRECTIONS■■Number your paper from 1 to 5, and write the correct wordchoice to complete each sentence. Consider context.Then, write a sentence for the o t h e r word from each <strong>of</strong> theword pairs. The context <strong>of</strong> this sentence should clearlydemonstrate the word’s meaning.1 The <strong>of</strong>fice manager ordered the (A stationary, B stationery)with the company logo.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.2 They made strong character witnesses; no one in court questionedtheir (A veracity, B voracity).3 The short story writer included many literary (A illusions,B allusions) but few historical ones.4 The curtains (A swayed, B suede) as the wind gently blewthrough the window.5 In his speech, Joe (A alluded, B eluded) to the feature article hehad read that morning.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY35■ Remind students that context can help them determine the meaning <strong>of</strong> varioussynonyms.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 C, 2 D, 3 A, 4 B. Sample sentences and examples <strong>of</strong> synonyms appearin the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : SynonymsA nimble B retrieve C incessant D impertinentDIRECTIONS■■■Choose a word from the box that has the same meaning as theunderlined word in the sentence.Then, write a sentence using the word you have chosen.Finally, think <strong>of</strong> one additional synonym for each underlinedword and write it on your paper.1 The e n d l e s s roar <strong>of</strong> cars and trucks outside their home eventuallyforced the family to move.2 The customer refused to answer the sales associate’s questionsand made several f l i p p a n t remarks about the department store.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.3 The a g i l e acrobat did a quick back flip and landed on theshoulders <strong>of</strong> his partner.4 A passerby was able to r e c o v e r the kitten from the fast-flowingstream.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY36■ You may wish to demonstrate the activity by making simple line drawings ordiagrams to illustrate the meanings <strong>of</strong> the underlined words in the model.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers will vary. Suggestions appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Frequently Confused WordsMODELP e r s o n a l letters should be read only by the person to whomthey are addressed.All p e r s o n n e l must be at their work stations by 8:00 A.M.DIRECTIONS■■Draw a simple picture or diagram for each word in the threepairs to show the difference in meaning between them.Then, write a sentence using each word correctly.PrincipalPrincipleCopyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.DesertComplimentDessertComplementELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY37■ Remind students that synonyms <strong>of</strong>ten have different connotations, or shades <strong>of</strong>meaning. You may want to fill in the grid as students suggest answers.■ The completed puzzle appears in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Connotations1F E R6VE N T27534DIRECTIONS■■■■To complete the puzzle, look for a word that has a similarmeaning to the clue word.P means to look for a word with a positive connotation.N means to look for a word with a negative connotation.Write the words on your paper. The first one has been doneas an example.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.CLUE WORDSAcross1 enthusiastic (P)2 sharp (P)3 old (N)4 dull, worn-out (N)Down1 usable (P)5 cutting, sneering (N)6 old (P)7 enthusiastic (N)ANSWER CHOICESpungentfunctionalvenerableferventfrenziedsarcasticdecrepitantiquatedELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY38■ Remind students that a prefix is a letter or group <strong>of</strong> letters added to the front <strong>of</strong> aroot to change its meaning.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 intercede, 2 interval, 3 intermittent, 4 interference. Example sentencesappear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: PrefixesMODELPrefix: letter or group <strong>of</strong> letters added to the front <strong>of</strong> a root tochange its meaninginter-: between, amongnational: (root) characteristic <strong>of</strong> a country or sovereign stateinternational: between countries, among nationsAfter many months, the diplomats reached an internationalagreement.DIRECTIONS■■For each numbered clue, write the appropriate word thatbegins with the prefix inter-.Then, write a sentence using the word.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.1 to attempt to bring about agreementbetween two partiesinter-2 a space between at least twoitems or details3 from time to time, periodic4 obstruction, blocking or hinderingELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY39■ Remind students that understanding the definitions <strong>of</strong> related words can helpthem expand their vocabulary.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers : 1 B, 2 A, 3 C, 4 B, 5 A, 6 C. Sample sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : DefinitionsDIRECTIONS■■Choose the word from the box that best matches thenumbered definition.Then, write your own sentence using the word.Words That Express TimeA chronological B perennial C subsequent1 continuing to happen over time2 occurring in time order3 occurring later in timeCopyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.Words About Family HistoryA genealogy B hereditary C ancestral4 something that is inborn or genetic5 the study <strong>of</strong> family history6 having to do with earlier generations <strong>of</strong> a familyELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY40■ Tell students that the scrambled words in the box below are pairs <strong>of</strong> synonyms,words with almost the same meanings.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 trivial, frivolous; 2 exploit, abuse; 3 sinister, ominous; 4 devout, pious.Example sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Syno-gramsiotxpel soufirlvo vitrlai usabetuvode nosuoim risinets soupiDIRECTIONS■■Unscramble the jumbled words in the box to find a pair <strong>of</strong>synonyms for each numbered definition. You may want toread the numbered definitions before you try to unscramblethe syno-grams.Then, write a sentence using one <strong>of</strong> the synonyms for eachdefinition.1 not important at all2 to use in a way that injures or damages3 suggesting bad luck, trouble, or disasterCopyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.4 having strong religious beliefsELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY41■ Suggest to students that replacing weak, general adjectives with strong, moreprecise adjectives will make their writing more interesting to readers.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 bustling, hectic; 2 hazardous, intolerable; 3 robust, vigorous; 4bustling, hectic; 5 vigorous, robust. Sample sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Deadwood Adjectivesvigorous hectic hazardous robust bustling intolerableDIRECTIONS■■Write two adjectives from the box that could replace eachunderlined word. You will use all the words in the box, andsome you will use twice.Then, select one adjective from each pair and write a sentenceusing the word correctly.1 The five children had many pets, so their house was a b u s y place.2 The p o o r working conditions in the mines caused many workersto be sick or injured.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.3 Regular exercise and dieting keep my grandparents in g o o d health.4 The streets were crowded and a c t i v e with holiday shoppers.5 She is an e n e r g e t i c campaigner who schedules many publicappearances.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY43■ Remind students that many similar-sounding words are <strong>of</strong>ten confused andmisused.■ Remind students to consider carefully context and spelling.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 A, 2 B, 3 A, 4 B, 5 B. Example sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Frequently Confused WordsMODELThe mayor and governor will (precede, proceed) the othermarchers.The marchers will (precede, proceed ) down Main Street tothe war memorial.DIRECTIONS■■Number your paper from 1 to 5, and write the correct wordchoice to complete each sentence. Consider context.Then, write a sentence for the other word from each <strong>of</strong> theword pairs. The context <strong>of</strong> this sentence should clearlydemonstrate the word’s meaning.1 Two Boy Scouts (A raise, B rise) the flag every morning.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.2 The lack <strong>of</strong> heavy snow last winter had an adverse (A affect,B effect) on area ski resorts.3 The students listened (A respectfully, B respectively) to theprincipal’s remarks.4 The president’s arrival was (A eminent, B imminent), andlarge crowds had gathered.5 Despite the problem with our dogs, we are (A all together,B altogether) happy in our new home.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY44■ Remind students that context can help them determine the meaning <strong>of</strong> varioussynonyms.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 A, 2 C, 3 B, 4 D. Sample sentences and examples <strong>of</strong> synonyms appearin the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : SynonymsA unkempt B garb C sparse D potionDIRECTIONS■■■Choose a word from the box that has the same meaning as theunderlined word in the sentence.Then, write a sentence using the word you have chosen.Finally, think <strong>of</strong> one additional synonym for each underlinedword and write it on your paper.1 The uncut lawn and u n t i d y appearance <strong>of</strong> the house suggest itis abandoned.2 The northern landscape was empty except for snow and a fewm e a g e r trees and bushes.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.3 Wearing the a t t i r e <strong>of</strong> a wealthy French aristocrat, Renee madeher entrance onto the stage.4 The hero regains his strength after swallowing the e l i x i r prepared by the wise old woman.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY45■ You may wish to demonstrate the activity by making simple line drawings ordiagrams to illustrate the meanings <strong>of</strong> the underlined words in the model.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers will vary. Suggestions appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Frequently Confused WordsMODELThe movie director decided to a d a p t the popular novel for usein a film.My little brother tries to ad o p t stray dogs and cats in ourneighborhood.DIRECTIONS■■Draw a simple picture or diagram for each word in the threepairs to show the difference in meaning between them.Then, write a sentence using each word correctly.FormerlyFormallyCopyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.LooseIncredulousLoseIncredibleELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY46<strong>Vocabulary</strong>: Suffixes■ Remind students that a suffix is a letter or group <strong>of</strong> letters added to the end <strong>of</strong>a root to change its meaning.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 discretion, 2 intimidation, 3 obsession, 4 interception. Samplesentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.MODELSuffix: letter or group <strong>of</strong> letters added to the end <strong>of</strong> a root tochange its meaning-ion: suffix meaning action, conditionrelate: (root word) to connectrelation: condition <strong>of</strong> being relatedThere is a relation between climate and geography.DIRECTIONS■■Add -ion to a word in each clue sentence below. You mayhave to change the spelling <strong>of</strong> the root in order to spell thenew word containing the suffix correctly.Then, write a sentence using the word.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.1 No one found out about oursecret because we were verydiscreet.-ion2 Rather than i n t i m i d a t e thechildren, try to win them overwith love and respect.3 It’s great to lose weight but trynot to obsess about dieting.4 Player number 84 managed toi n t e r c e p t the football and run fora touchdown.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY47■ Remind students that understanding the definitions <strong>of</strong> related words can helpthem expand their vocabulary.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers : 1 C, 2 A, 3 B, 4 C, 5 A, 6 B. Sample sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : DefinitionsDIRECTIONS■■Choose the word from the box that best matches thenumbered definition.Then, write your own sentence using the word.Words That Express DishonestyA hoax B unscrupulous C dupe1 someone who is a victim <strong>of</strong> dishonesty2 a dishonest scheme3 corrupt or immoralCopyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.Words That Describe MovementA strut B meander C promenade4 to walk slowly and gracefully5 to swagger6 to wander aroundELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY48Vocabular y : Roots■ Remind students that a root is the foundation <strong>of</strong> a word. It carries the word’score meaning and is the part to which prefixes and suffixes are added.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 sympathize, 2 symphony, 3 export, 4 support. Sample sentencesappear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.MODELRoot: foundation <strong>of</strong> a word that carries the word’s coremeaning; the part to which prefixes and suffixes areadded-chron-: timechronology: science that deals with measuring time anddating eventsHe is studying the chronology <strong>of</strong> the American Revolutionfor his history class.DIRECTIONS■■For each numbered clue, write the appropriate word that usesthe root indicated.Then, write a sentence using the word.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.-sym-, -syn- : with, together1 show or feel interests <strong>of</strong> another, support, understand2 complex composition <strong>of</strong> harmonic sounds-port- : to carry, to bear3 to carry or send goods to other countries4 to prop, bear, hold upELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY49■ Remind students that synonyms <strong>of</strong>ten have different connotations, or shades<strong>of</strong> meaning. Example: You might describe a person you like as “thrifty” andsomeone you don’t like as “stingy.”■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers and example sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : ConnotationsMODELacquire: to get or gain by one’s own effortsConnotation: positiveKim hopes to acquire a graduate degree within several years.grab: take suddenly, snatch, seizeConnotation: negativeHer mother saw Janet grab the toy from her little sister.DIRECTIONS■■■Create two columns: POSITIVE and NEGATIVE.Place the words in each numbered pair in the appropriatecolumn.Select one word from each pair, and considering its connotation,write a sentence using the word correctly.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.1 gaudy vivid2 horde congregation3 negotiate haggle4 resourceful calculating5 suspicious waryELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities


TRANSPARENCY50■ Remind students that many similar-sounding words are <strong>of</strong>ten confused andmisused.■ Remind students to consider carefully context and spelling.■ <strong>Ans</strong>wers: 1 B, 2 A, 3 A, 4 B, 5 A. Sample sentences appear in the <strong>Ans</strong>wer Key.Vocabular y : Frequently Confused WordsMODELThe (averse, a d v e r s e ) weather conditions made the mountaineers’trek all the more difficult.I prefer mountain climbing in summer but would not be(a v e r s e , adverse) to an autumn expedition.DIRECTIONS■■Number your paper from 1 to 5, and write the correct wordchoice to complete each sentence. Consider context.Then, write a sentence for the o ther word from each <strong>of</strong> the word pairs. The context <strong>of</strong> this sentence should clearlydemonstrate the word’s meaning.1 The title <strong>of</strong> the novel (A eludes, B alludes) to an event in history.Copyright © by Holt, Rinehart and Winston. All rights reserved.2 We (A already, B all ready) have wallpapered the living roomand are now working on the dining room.3 Our neighbors in the next apartment never turn <strong>of</strong>f theirtelevision, and the (A continual, B continuous) blare is aconstant annoyance.4 When it comes to athletics, my brother Jason is completely(A disinterested, B uninterested); he has never played a sporthimself and doesn’t watch pro games on television.5 The distance from Middleburg to Duanesville was (A farther,B further) than I thought.ELEMENTS OF LANGUAGE | Third Course | Daily Language Activities

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