Writer's Choice Grade 11

Unit 25: Vocabulary

Unit Activity Lesson Plans

Introduction
In this unit, students have studied vocabulary. The Latin word stringere, which means “to draw tight” or “to bind,” usually appears in English words as the root strin. However, it can also be spelled stra and stric. For example, something that is astringent draws together body tissues and stops the flow of blood or other secretions. Something restricted is confined within limits. Regardless of their spelling, all the words from this root share a similar meaning, “being pulled together.” In this lesson, students will practice using words with the root strin.

Lesson Description
Students will choose the word to best complete each sentence.

Instructional Objectives
  1. Students will be able to determine word meanings by dissecting their parts.
  2. Students will be able to recall concepts and terms from the unit.

Student Web Activity Answers
  1. stringent
  2. straits
  3. constrain
  4. constrict
  5. stress
  6. unrestrained
  7. strictures
  8. restraint
  9. prestige
  10. distress

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