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\u003Cbr>|\n| --- | --- |\n\nActivator: Stand Up-Sit Down  \n§ I will display statements on the board.  \n§ These statements are based on your preference.  \n§ If you would rather do the first then you will stand when I say to stand. If you would rather do the second, then you will stand when I say to stand and  \neveryone else will sit down.   \nIs understanding the vocabulary in a text very  \nimportant for comprehension or not that  \nimportant?  \nAre prefixes found in the before root word or after the  \nroot word?  \nIs there only one type of context clue or multiple types of context clues?  \nDo words have only one meaning or multiple  \nmeanings?  \nWould you refer to your mother as older or elderly?  \nWould it better for someone to observe you or spy on  \nyou?  \nWould you prefer to be in a small space with someone emitting a fragrance or a  \nstench?  \nObjectives  \n§ Tonight I want to provide both parents and students with some tools for understanding vocabulary, increasing vocabulary and reasons why an author may use certain words in a text.  \n§ Some of those tools include:  \n§ Prefixes and Suffixes  \n§ Context Clues  \n§ Connotation, Denotation and Shades of Meaning","cbCaiqXnvsVNAFTj","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaiqXnvsVNAFTj","pdf",2397299,49,"English","# Activator: Stand Up-Sit Down\n## Vocabulary Concepts\n# Objectives\n## Tools for Vocabulary Development","[{\"question\":\"What is the primary objective of the Family Literacy Night session?\",\"answer\":\"The session aims to provide both parents and students with tools for understanding and increasing vocabulary, as well as explaining why authors choose specific words in a text.\"},{\"question\":\"What is the 'Stand Up-Sit Down' activity designed to do?\",\"answer\":\"It serves as an activator activity that prompts participants to consider various linguistic concepts, such as the importance of vocabulary for comprehension, the use of prefixes, and identifying nuances in word meanings.\"},{\"question\":\"What specific tools are highlighted for improving vocabulary?\",\"answer\":\"The tools mentioned include the study of prefixes and suffixes, the use of context clues, and the exploration of connotation, denotation, and shades of meaning.\"}]","March Family Literacy Night - Understanding Vocabulary and Word Meanings | PDF",1790824113,123]