This text is a simplified version. Some words that are narrowly specific to
this field are not covered. Others are presented because they provide some
learning experience. More mainline academic words are emphasized. New vocabulary
is presented in one or more of three ways in order to stimulate thinking using
all of these ways to master vocabulary and by extension to apply this type of
analysis to all school work. The three ways are: context, word form/roots
(morphology) and syntax (word order). These three tools should be used to the
extent they are helpful in an individual case. Finally, a brief definition is
provided.
The words written in capitals provide syntax or context clues.
stereotype
- History provides us with many examples of unique women BREAKING stereotypes.
- "stereo"- faithful
- applying one type to a class of things that are supposedly the same.
dominated
- How she took on these challenges in a MALE dominated world is an example to us all.
- "dom" lord or ruler
- to control or rule
devotion
- She EMPOWERED herself THROUGH her devotion to learning, and QUEST for knowledge. Her life course overcame gender boundaries, language barriers and ethnic differences.
- Vote-vow or wish. "De" in this case doesn't change root.
- Dedicate, consecrate, concentrate, focus
dignity
- EVEN as a PRISONER paraded through the streets of Rome, her spirit was NEVER CONQUERED. She maintained extraordinary dignity even UNDER THE MOST DIFFICULT CIRCUMSTANCES.
- "dign" - worthy. "ity" is an abstract noun ending.
- self-esteem because of quality of character.
