Etymology The etymology of the prefix 'Mono-' comes from the Greek root 'Mono' meaning 'One', 'alone', or 'singular'. The etymology of '-Logue' comes from the Greek 'Logos' meaning 'logic', 'the word', or 'study'. This suffix '-Logue' has evolved to also mean 'multiple words' or 'language'. Syntax Mono- + -logue =Mono-logue =Monologue Semantics Based on this... Continue Reading →
Extra! Extra! Read All About It!
Where did the phrase "Extra extra, read all about it" come from? Newspapers were news that were printed on papers, referred to as 'papers' before the age of internet, T.V., and radio. Circa 1900s when Newspapers are a thing, Newspapers typically prints out on a daily cycle. If the Newspaper came out on Monday, it... Continue Reading →
Importance of literacy
It's important to be able to read. Literacy rates have risen. No longer is it only nobility who can read. Almost every schoolboy and girl in America, can read. Sitting at 99 percent literacy rate, America is full of people who can read. If you don't know how to read, you will lose in writing.... Continue Reading →
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