The Mechanics of Meaning · Vocabulary & Language
Word Choice and Morphology
Exploring prefixes, suffixes, and synonyms to expand vocabulary and improve spelling.
Key Questions
- 1How does adding a prefix like un- or re- completely change a base word's meaning?
- 2Why might a writer choose a specific synonym over a more common word?
- 3How can understanding word roots help us decode unfamiliar vocabulary?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9E3LA06AC9E3LA07
Year: Year 3
Subject: English
Unit: The Mechanics of Meaning
Period: Vocabulary & Language
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