Unit 1 Vocabulary: Lessons 6-10

A contraction is a word formed by joining two other words. An apostrophe shows where a letter or letters have been left out. EXAMPLE: do not = don’t Won’t is an exception. EXAMPLE: will not = won’t Contractions

{Activity} Find the pairs of words that can be made into contractions {Activity} Find the pairs of words that can be made into contractions. Underline each pair. Then write the contraction each word pair can make. I have never tried scuba diving, but I would like to. It is a good way to explore what is under the water. First, I will need to take lessons in the pool. Then I can find out what to do if the equipment does not work.

A compound word is a word that is made up of two or more words A compound word is a word that is made up of two or more words. The meaning of many compound words is related tot he meaning of each individual word. EXAMPLE: sand + paper = sandpaper, meaning “a type of paper with a rough surface, used for cleaning or smoothing.” Compound words may be written as one word, as hyphenated words, or as two separate words. Always check a dictionary. Compound Words

{Activity} Combine the following words to make compound words {Activity} Combine the following words to make compound words. You may use words more than once. Work In Ball Look Free Walk Field Out Base Ground Air Sea Lines Touch Stream Down Bird Way Cross Under Care

Connotation and Denotation The denotation of a word is its exact meaning as stated in a dictionary. EXAMPLE: the denotation of casual is “not fancy or formal.” The connotation of a word is an added meaning that suggests something positive or negative. EXAMPLE: Positive: Casual suggests “informal or relaxed” Negative: Snickered suggests “mocking” Some words are neutral and do not suggest either good or bad feelings. Connotation and Denotation

{Activity} Write (-) if the word has a negative connotation {Activity} Write (-) if the word has a negative connotation. Write (+) if the word has a positive connotation. Write (N) if the word is neutral. Relaxed Pushed Shoved Wrote Grand Slouched Snobby Old loud large gang Stubborn

An idiom is an expression that has a meaning different from the usual meanings of the individual words within it. EXAMPLE: We’re in hot water means “we’re in trouble,” not “we’re immersed in hot liquid.” {Activity} Read each sentence. Then write the letter of the corresponding idiom for the underlined word or words. Idioms

All ears Hit the road Over the moon D. Call it a day E. Up in the air F. See red G. Down in the dumps H. On top of things I. Come through I’ve done enough work for now, I’m going to quit working. When the project was proposed, Hamil was listening intently. Amy won a scholarship; she is delighted. The day of the picnic is still undecided. People who snub others really make me angry. If we have trouble making the payment, we know dad will help. It’s past midnight, time for us to leave. When Lawrence learned he had failed, he was sad for several weeks. After working hard, I finally feel in control of the situation.

Effective Nouns and Verbs A noun refers to a person, place or thing – such as an object, concept, idea, or event. You can use nouns effectively by making them as specific as possible. EXAMPLE: Original: The bird flew in the sky. Revised: The eagle flew in the sky. Effective Nouns and Verbs

A verb is a word or group of words that expresses an action, or a state of being. When verbs are vigorous and descriptive, they provide the reader with a better picture of what is happening. EXAMPLE: Original: The eagle flew in the sky. Revised: The eagle soared in the sky.

{Activity} Underline the nouns in the sentences {Activity} Underline the nouns in the sentences. Where possible, improve the sentence by replacing existing nouns with more effective nouns. Jerry raced down the track in his car. I listen to music when I do my homework. The store sells inexpensive things. His coat is made of cloth. The dog guarded the building.