1. Vocabulary #29 -ped- (Latin root) “foot”
related to the Greek “pod-” and “pous”
Also Greek root meaning “child”

2. 1. expedient
Example: Reporters suggested that it would be politically expedient to nominate a vice-presidential candidate from a state with a large number of electoral votes. Part of speech Adj Definition: suitable for bringing about a desired result, often without regard for what is fair or right

3. 2. expedite
Example: The sales department was looking for ways to expedite the shipping and billing of incoming orders. Part of Speech Verb Definition: to speed up the process or progress of

4. 3. impediment
Example: Her poorly developed verbal ability was the most serious impediment to her advancement. Part of speech Noun Definition: something that interferes with movement or progress

5. 4. pedestrian
Example: While politicians endlessly discussed the great issues facing Russia, the Russians worried about such pedestrian concerns as finding enough food, shelter and clothing. Part of speech Adj Definition: commonplace, ordinary, or unimaginative

6. 5. pedagogy
Example: His own pedagogy shows great style and imagination but received little recognition. Part of speech Noun Definition: the art or profession of teaching; the study of teaching

7. Academic Vocabulary #29

8. 1. approximate
Example: We had to approximate the value of X because they were multiple variables to solve for. Part of speech Verb Definition: to make or provide an estimate of something

9. 2. margin
Example: According to MLA format, all written work should have 1” margins on all sides. Part of speech Noun Definition blank space on the sides, top, and bottom of a written or printed page