1. Greek and Latin root words
Vocabulary Units
Greek and Latin root words

2. Tiered Assessments (tests)
“A” test- I will say five words from the 12 on your list. You will need to be able to spell the words correctly in a paragraph using context clues (definition explanation). You will be given a theme or picture to write your paragraph on. (After the unit one test, you will have five words from the current list then two recycled words from the previous list.)
- Possible 100%
“C” test- I will give you five words. You must also spell the words correctly. You will use these words, one each sentence, and use context clues.
Possible 75%
No re-takes, so make sure you study!!!

3. “A” Test Sentence Rules
You must spell each word correctly
Seven to eight sentences minimum/one word per sentence
Highlight the vocabulary word and circle the context clues
Sentences may not state a definition of the word, but show understanding of the meaning through the content of the sentence
Eliminate contractions, cliches, slang phrases, and abbreviations
Never use the words: things, stuff, a lot, good, or bad

4. Instructions
Make flash cards from your vocabulary list with the word on one side and the full definition, a sentence using the word (different from the list I gave you), and a memory trick on the other side
Full Definition
Sentence w/ word (different from list)
Memory Trick
Vocab Word