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Lesson 3: Moving Across and Between

In this Grade 3 lesson from Vocabulary from Classical Roots (Book 5), students learn the Latin prefixes trans- (across) and inter- (between) through ten vocabulary words including transmit, transfusion, interfere, intersect, and intermittent. The lesson also introduces the root sect (cut) with related words bisect, trisect, and section. Exercises guide students to apply prefix clues, identify synonyms, and use vocabulary in context to deepen word knowledge.

Section 1

The 'Across' Root: Trans-

Let's explore words that carry you "across" places, people, and ideas! The prefix trans- is your ticket to understanding actions that move from one point to another.

Key Words

WordDefinition
transact(v.) to carry out or conduct business
transfer(v./n.) to move something from one place to another; the act of moving
transfusion(n.) the process of transferring blood from one person to another
transmit(v.) to send something from one place or person to another

Section 2

The 'Between' Root: Inter-

Ready to get "between" the lines? Words with the prefix inter- describe what happens between people, things, and moments.

Key Words

WordDefinition
interactive(adj.) designed to respond to actions or allow communication
interfere(v.) to get involved where you are not wanted
intermittent(adj.) stopping and starting at intervals
intersect(v.) to cross or meet at a point
interval(n.) a space or break between things

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Section 1

The 'Across' Root: Trans-

Let's explore words that carry you "across" places, people, and ideas! The prefix trans- is your ticket to understanding actions that move from one point to another.

Key Words

WordDefinition
transact(v.) to carry out or conduct business
transfer(v./n.) to move something from one place to another; the act of moving
transfusion(n.) the process of transferring blood from one person to another
transmit(v.) to send something from one place or person to another

Section 2

The 'Between' Root: Inter-

Ready to get "between" the lines? Words with the prefix inter- describe what happens between people, things, and moments.

Key Words

WordDefinition
interactive(adj.) designed to respond to actions or allow communication
interfere(v.) to get involved where you are not wanted
intermittent(adj.) stopping and starting at intervals
intersect(v.) to cross or meet at a point
interval(n.) a space or break between things

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