1. Greek and Latin Roots (August 2015) Mrs. Shoulders’ 8 th Grade RLA

2. August’s Roots equi = even ject = throw min = small proxim = near rupt = break

3. Directions for this month’s investigation In your notebook, divide a page into four columns. Label them as follows: You will have ten (10) words.

4. Word Bank for 8 th Grade ELA equate: to be the same as equivalent: equal in value, amount, meaning, etc. project: extend outward, move forward reject: turn down, refuse mince: cut up or grind (especially food) minimum: the least or smallest amount approximate: close to the actual proximity: nearness in space or time interrupt: stop the progress of something rupture: suffer a burst

5. Now it’s time for practice Use your notebook as a reference. The words in your notebook are being assessed in the practice. Use context clues for the second part, the sentences. This is due today.