VCR 2 Presentation
Sahaana Veeravalli
FILL IN THE BLANK WITH THE MOST APPROPRIATE WORD FROM LESSON 1
Daniel's ingrown _____________ caused him to give up his food despite being hungry himself.
THE WORD
altruism (n.)
Concern for the welfare of others, unselfishness.
It can also be used as an adjective, altruistic.
ITS ROOTS
alter(L.) "other"
SYNONYMS
- benevolence
- humanitarianism
- philanthropy
ANTONYMS
- greed
- narcissism
- egoism
HISTORY
The word altruism appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century.
It is an adaptation of the French word altruisme and the Italian word altrui, meaning 'somebody else.'
CHOOSE THE LETTER OF THE SENTENCE IN WHICH THE WORD IN BOLD-FACED TYPE IS USED INCORRECTLY.
A. In second grade, Amy won the superlative for "Most Altruistic" because she always told the truth.
B. Altruism was a rising ideal during the Benevolent Empire, when Protestant ministers encouraged church members to give to those who had less than them.
C. Many children's books illustrate the idea of altruism to promote sharing.
D. While the politician's actions seemed altruistic, he had a selfish ulterior motive.