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In 1–2 sentences, explain how the knowledge of etymology benefits readers.(2 points)
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make it sound like a 12 year old wrote it
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In 1–2 sentences, explain how a dictionary helps readers better understand unfamiliar words.(2 points)
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Use the sentences to complete the activity.

A wildfire is an uncontrolled fire that burns in wildland vegetation, often in rural areas. Wildfires can burn in forests, grasslands, savannas, and other ecosystems and have been doing so for hundreds of millions of years. They are not limited to a particular continent or environment.

In 2-3 sentences, explain which context clues help you identify the meaning of the word vegetation in the first sentence.

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make it sound like a 12year old wrote it
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Use the excerpt to complete the activity.

Now it was my mother’s turn to sigh.

“Look,” I said, to cheer her up. “I’m thinking about shaving the moustache off.” Even though I wasn’t for a long time. Another discovery: You can build a way of life on postponement.

“Your grandmother probably won’t even recognize you,” she said. And I saw the shadow fall across her face.

In 1-2 sentences, explain the meaning of postponement in the excerpt, and tell which words provide the clearest context clue for the word.

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make it sound like a 12year old wrote it
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Understanding etymology enhances readers' comprehension of words by revealing their origins and historical context, which can clarify meanings and improve vocabulary. Additionally, it fosters a deeper appreciation for language evolution and connections between words across different languages.
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Knowing where words come from (etymology) helps readers understand what they mean better and can make it easier to remember them. It also makes learning about languages more interesting because you see how words have changed over time.
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Learning about where words come from helps readers understand their meanings better and makes language more interesting.
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A dictionary helps readers understand unfamiliar words by providing clear definitions and usage examples, making it easier to grasp their meanings and how to use them in sentences. It can also show synonyms, antonyms, and word origins, giving readers a fuller understanding of the word's context.
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In the first sentence, the context clues are "wildland" and "burns in," which suggest that vegetation is something that can catch fire in natural areas. Since wildfires happen in places like forests and grasslands, it helps me understand that vegetation means plants and trees in those places.
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In the excerpt, postponement means delaying something or putting it off for later. The words "wasn’t for a long time" help me understand that it means the character is waiting to shave the mustache instead of doing it right away.