Key Words.
Section 1
The Root SEQ/SEC
Ready to get in line? These words all come from the Latin root SEQ/SEC, meaning 'to follow'!
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| sequel (n.) | Something, especially a work of art or literature, that follows an original |
| sequence (n.) | The order in which something happens |
| prosecute (v.) | To press charges against |
Section 2
The Root DUCT/DUCE
Time to take the lead! All these words are built on the Latin root DUCT/DUCE, which means 'to lead'.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| conduct (v.) | To lead; to oversee |
| produce (v.) | To bring forth; create |
| abduct (v.) | To kidnap |
Section 3
The Root VEH/VECT
Let's get carried away! These words use the Latin root VEH/VECT, meaning 'to carry'.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| vehicle (n.) | Something that carries |
| convection (n.) | The movement of heat in a gas or liquid |
Section 4
The Root TRACT
What's the main attraction? It's the Latin root TRACT, which means 'to draw, drag'!
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| attractive (adj.) | Pleasing |
| contract (v.) | To draw together; tighten |
| distract (v.) | To take someone's attention away |
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Section 1
The Root SEQ/SEC
Ready to get in line? These words all come from the Latin root SEQ/SEC, meaning 'to follow'!
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| sequel (n.) | Something, especially a work of art or literature, that follows an original |
| sequence (n.) | The order in which something happens |
| prosecute (v.) | To press charges against |
Section 2
The Root DUCT/DUCE
Time to take the lead! All these words are built on the Latin root DUCT/DUCE, which means 'to lead'.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| conduct (v.) | To lead; to oversee |
| produce (v.) | To bring forth; create |
| abduct (v.) | To kidnap |
Section 3
The Root VEH/VECT
Let's get carried away! These words use the Latin root VEH/VECT, meaning 'to carry'.
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| vehicle (n.) | Something that carries |
| convection (n.) | The movement of heat in a gas or liquid |
Section 4
The Root TRACT
What's the main attraction? It's the Latin root TRACT, which means 'to draw, drag'!
| Word | Definition |
|---|---|
| attractive (adj.) | Pleasing |
| contract (v.) | To draw together; tighten |
| distract (v.) | To take someone's attention away |
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