5.1 Language Changes Over Time
Task:
For this assignment, choose 10 words from the list below that are unfamiliar to you. Complete research to find a definition from the past and one from current times. Write a sentence for each definition that clearly communicates the meaning of the word both in times past and current times. Be sure to include the mode of change (socially, culturally, geographically, historically) and the source URL from your research.
| apology | clue | follow | man | silly |
| assassin | cute | footprint | matrix | sly |
| awful | dapper | fudge | meat | spinster |
| bachelor | divest | furniture | naughty | stripe |
| block | egregious | garble | nervous | swipe |
| bully | fantastic | gay | nice | tablet |
| bump | fathom | girl | prestigious | tag |
| catfish | fizzle | handle | pretty | terrible |
| cheater | flirt | hussy | quell | troll |
| cloud | flux | leech | senile | wench |
This assignment can be completed as a text document or in a graphic organizer like the one below.
Example:
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Word |
Then |
Now |
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Apology |
Meaning then |
Meaning now |
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Sentence |
Sentence |
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Source: |
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Assessment: Below you will find the exemplary criteria used to assess the assignment.
Learning Target: Exemplary (6/6): Exemplary comprehension of the task and clear accomplishment of the objective. Student demonstrates how language is socially, culturally, geographically, historically constructed. Relevant information is used to complete assignment objective.
Written Expression: Exemplary (6/6): Sentence structure and vocabulary are varied, skillfully written, and carefully chosen. Work has been proofread and there are few or no errors in spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and grammar. Content is correct and thoughtful consideration of terms is evident.
Estimated Allotted Time: 45 min. to 1 hour
Submission: "5.1 Then and Now Glossary"
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Name the file with your name and the title. eg. Sally Brown Then and Now Glossary
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