Explore the Latin root aud in a graphic-novel-style story.
Learning Objective: to use the Latin root aud as a clue to the meanings of words
Greek and Latin roots form the basis of many words in the English language. Knowing these roots empowers you to unlock the meanings of unfamiliar words. This story includes words with the Latin root aud, which means hear or sound
Root Challenge
Directions:
1. Write down the meaning of each word in blue. Use context clues or, if needed, a dictionary.
2. Find another word that contains the root aud.
3. Write a sentence using that word and draw a picture that shows the word’s meaning.
This article was originally published in the December 2025/January 2026 issue.
