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Root Words

Quiz by Paula A

Grade 6
English Language Arts and Reading
Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

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  • Q1
    What does the prefix 'mis' in the word 'misunderstand' imply about the action described?
    It suggests a rapid action.
    It suggests a slow action.
    It suggests an incorrect action.
    It suggests a correct action.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c
  • Q2
    What is the meaning of the root 'bene' in the word 'benefactor'?
    It means fast or quick.
    It means slow or steady.
    It means bad or ill.
    It means good or well.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c
  • Q3
    What does the root 'scrib/script' in the word 'manuscript' indicate about the item?
    It involves writing.
    It involves eating.
    It involves drawing.
    It involves speaking.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c
  • Q4
    What is implied by the root 'vac' in the word 'vacuum'?
    It indicates heaviness.
    It indicates brightness.
    It indicates fullness.
    It indicates emptiness.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c
  • Q5
    What is the meaning of the root 'man' in the word 'manual'?
    It relates to the mind.
    It relates to the eye.
    It relates to the foot.
    It relates to the hand.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c
  • Q6
    What does the root 'jur/jus' imply in the word 'jurisdiction'?
    It relates to size or measurement.
    It relates to speed or velocity.
    It relates to law or justice.
    It relates to time or duration.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c
  • Q7
    What is indicated by the prefix 'mit' in the word 'transmit'?
    It means to hold.
    It means to send.
    It means to break.
    It means to receive.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c
  • Q8
    What does the Latin root 'scrib/script' suggest about the word 'inscription'?
    It involves jumping.
    It involves speaking.
    It involves writing.
    It involves cutting.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c
  • Q9
    What does the root 'bene' imply in the word 'beneficial'?
    It implies something quick or immediate.
    It implies something good or advantageous.
    It implies something harmful or damaging.
    It implies something complex or intricate.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c
  • Q10
    What is suggested by the root 'vac' in the word 'vacant'?
    It indicates movement or travel.
    It indicates emptiness or being unoccupied.
    It indicates brightness or light.
    It indicates fullness or being crowded.
    30s
    110.22.b.2.c

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