Name: Alanoud Almulhim Date: 22/5/2023

Oedipus the King, Part I

Sophocles

WORD LIST
proclamation edicts decree

A. DIRECTIONS: In each of the following items, think about the meaning of the
italicized word or phrase. Then, answer the question.
1. You are the ruler of a mighty nation and you are going to make a proclamation
freeing all slaves. Is this a small, insignificant announcement? Explain.
No, because proclamation means giving an announcment of great importance
2. As the sovereign, you have discovered that a rebellious sect has defied your
edicts. Have they gone against your suggestions? Explain. No, because ediets means
giving official orders
3. If you were given a decree to show up at the royal palace, would you think that
No, because its means official order
you were given the option of attending? Explain.

B. WORD STUDY: The Latin root -dict- means “to speak.” The word diction comes from
the root -dict-. When words from this root are combined with other word parts, a new
meaning emerges. For instance, the word malediction means “a curse.” The prefix mal-
means “bad or evil.” Use the meaning of the Latin root -dict- to determine the meaning
of the words below. Use a dictionary if necessary.
1. dictation: the action of giving orders authoritatively or categorically
2. valediction: a statement or address made at or as a farewell.

3. dictum: a formal pronouncement from an authoritative source.

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