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Academic Vocabulary

This resource focuses on academic vocabulary words that are frequently confused, helping learners distinguish between terms like "altogether" and "all together," as well as "brake" and "break." It provides definitions, sentences to demonstrate proper usage, and exercises for practice. Perfect for students looking to enhance their vocabulary skills, this material can be used in a variety of writing tasks—whether expository, descriptive, persuasive, or narrative. Understanding these common pitfalls will contribute to clearer and more effective communication.

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Academic Vocabulary

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  1. Academic Vocabulary Words Often Confused #3

  2. Copy into A.V. section of binder.You must copy them completely. • altogether- (adverb) entirely • all together- (adjective) in the same place; (adverb) at the same time • brake- (noun) a device to stop a machine • break- (verb) to fracture or to shatter; (noun) a rest • capital- (noun) a city; the location of a government • capitol- (noun) a building; statehouse

  3. Write sentences with the correct troublesome word. • Accra is the (capital, capitol) of Ghana. • Keep the pieces of the vase (altogether, all together) and I will try to repair it. • A bicyclist can wear out a set of (breaks, brakes) quickly. • On the dome of the (capital, capitol) stands a large statue. • The audience was (all together, altogether) charmed by the mime’s performance. • Don’t (break, brake) that mirror!

  4. Use you’re A.V. words to write a well-developed paragraph. • Paragraph can be expository, descriptive, persuasive, or narrative • Underline the vocabulary words. • Use only one vocabulary word per sentence. • altogether • all together • break • brake • capital • capitol

  5. “Thursday” • Study quietly and alone for 5 minutes. • If you need to turn in your business letter, please do so now.

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