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Lesson 1: Motion

In this Grade 5 lesson from Vocabulary from Classical Roots Book B, students explore nine key vocabulary words — including percussion, perennial, permeate, persevere, defer, dilatory, elation, and infer — by tracing their meanings back to the Latin roots PER and FERO. Students learn how understanding roots like per ("through") and ferre ("to carry") reveals connections across multiple words and their varied forms. The lesson builds both vocabulary knowledge and critical thinking skills through definitions, example sentences, and guided exercises.

Section 1

The Power of 'PER': Through

Let's explore words that share the Latin root PER, meaning 'through.' These words often describe actions or states that go all the way through something, whether it's space, time, or a tough challenge.

Key Words

WordDefinition
percussion(n.) the sound made when one object strikes another
perennial(adj.) lasting for a very long time; recurring
permeate(v.) to spread or pass through every part of something
persevere(v.) to continue despite difficulties; persist

Section 2

Carrying On with 'FERO': To Bring, Bear, or Carry

Next up are words from the Latin root FERO, FERRE, TULI, LATUM, which means 'to bring,' 'to bear,' or 'to carry.' Think of these words as describing the movement of things, ideas, or even feelings.

Key Words

WordDefinition
defer(v.) to postpone an action or event until a later time
dilatory(adj.) slow to act or intended to cause delay
elation(n.) a feeling of great happiness or triumph
infer(v.) to figure something out using evidence and reasoning

Section 3

Stretching Your Mind with 'TENDO': To Stretch

Our final group comes from the Latin root TENDO, TENDERE, TETENDI, TENSUM, meaning 'to stretch.' These words relate to stretching toward a goal or putting forth an argument.

Key Words

WordDefinition
contend(v.) to struggle or argue for something
intent(n.) a goal or purpose

📝Example Usage:

  • The scientist had to contend that her new theory was correct, despite the doubts from her peers.
  • The student's intent was to study for the test, but she got distracted by her phone.

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Section 1

The Power of 'PER': Through

Let's explore words that share the Latin root PER, meaning 'through.' These words often describe actions or states that go all the way through something, whether it's space, time, or a tough challenge.

Key Words

WordDefinition
percussion(n.) the sound made when one object strikes another
perennial(adj.) lasting for a very long time; recurring
permeate(v.) to spread or pass through every part of something
persevere(v.) to continue despite difficulties; persist

Section 2

Carrying On with 'FERO': To Bring, Bear, or Carry

Next up are words from the Latin root FERO, FERRE, TULI, LATUM, which means 'to bring,' 'to bear,' or 'to carry.' Think of these words as describing the movement of things, ideas, or even feelings.

Key Words

WordDefinition
defer(v.) to postpone an action or event until a later time
dilatory(adj.) slow to act or intended to cause delay
elation(n.) a feeling of great happiness or triumph
infer(v.) to figure something out using evidence and reasoning

Section 3

Stretching Your Mind with 'TENDO': To Stretch

Our final group comes from the Latin root TENDO, TENDERE, TETENDI, TENSUM, meaning 'to stretch.' These words relate to stretching toward a goal or putting forth an argument.

Key Words

WordDefinition
contend(v.) to struggle or argue for something
intent(n.) a goal or purpose

📝Example Usage:

  • The scientist had to contend that her new theory was correct, despite the doubts from her peers.
  • The student's intent was to study for the test, but she got distracted by her phone.

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