Na m e : ___ Date: _
Directions: Follow the three directions for each passage.Latin is an ancient language that still
lives today. Many English words are
derived from Latin roots. For
example, the Latin root portmeans
“carry.” So, portablemeans able to be
carried; transportmeans carry across,
exportmeans carry out; importmeans
carry in. In fact, trans, ex, and imare
also Latin for “across,” “out,” and
“in.” Some English words also come
from other languages, such as Greek.- Underline the sentence that gives the main idea.
- Cross out the sentence that gives a detail that does not belong.
- Write a good title: ___
(A)
(B) Ceramics is the shaping and heating of materials to create useful or beautiful
objects. It is one of the most ancient arts. Native American pottery is among the
most beautiful. Most ancient ceramics were made from clay, which was baked
to harden, then painted or carved with designs. Pottery made by people
thousands of years ago has been found intact. Today, ceramic pieces are also
made from various other materials and for a wide range of uses from art objects
to dental work.- Underline the sentence that gives the main idea.
- Cross out the sentence that gives a detail that does not belong.
- Write a good title: ___