Unit Activity Lesson Plans

Introduction
Students have learned about the origins of the English language and how new words are introduced. In this lesson, they will test their understanding of the ways words are introduced to the language.

Lesson Description
Students will identify words as originating from a compound, a blend, a borrowed word, or an acronym.

Instructional Objectives

1. Students will be able to apply their knowledge of how words are introduced to the English language.
2. Students will demonstrate their understanding of the origination of words.

Compound

• cross-trainer
• meltdown
• screensaver
• download

Blend

• netiquette
• simulcast
• cineplex
• modem

Borrow

• peasant
• tai chi
• gumbo
• music

Acronym

• ZIP Code
• CAT scan
• CD-ROM
• AIDS

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