Vocabulary Quiz & Flashcards: Word Roots & Affixes

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What is the best definition of the word 'autobiographical'?

related to writing about one's own life

What is the correct spelling of a word that means 'a vehicle that moves by itself'?

automobile

Which sentences use the underlined word 'sense' correctly? (Check all that apply)

My cat can sense when the storm is coming. (correct)

Can I borrow sixty cents for bus fare?

Having a cold affects one's sense of smell. (correct)

Which sentence uses the underlined word correctly regarding a short film?

The short film will precede the discussion. Signup and view all the answers

What is the best definition of the word 'chronic' in the sentence 'Joanna has a chronic cough'?

long-lasting Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence uses the underlined word 'compliment' correctly?

Frank and Alice make sure to compliment the triplets for good behavior. Signup and view all the answers

Which word roots are used in the word 'chronometer'? (Check all that apply)

chron Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word 'chronometer'?

a device for measuring time Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the word 'monochromatic'?

consisting of only one color Signup and view all the answers

What prefix is used in the word 'incredulous'?

in- Signup and view all the answers

What suffix is used in the word 'incredulous'?

-ous Signup and view all the answers

What word root is used in the word 'incredulous'?

cred Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of the word 'incredulous'?

full of disbelief Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct spelling of the word that means 'funny'?

humorous Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence uses the underlined word 'emigrated' correctly?

My mother emigrated from China and came to the United States. Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence uses the word 'effect' correctly?

In my American history class, we studied the effects of World War I. Signup and view all the answers

Which sentences use the word 'affect' correctly? (Check all that apply)

Rising food prices affect everyone in my community. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Vocabulary Development

Autobiographical means "related to writing about one's own life."
Automobile is a vehicle that moves by itself.
Chronic in the context of a "chronic cough" refers to something long-lasting.
Compliment used correctly in a sentence indicates praise or flattery.
Chronometer is made from the roots "chron" (time) and "meter" (measure), meaning a device for measuring time.
Monochromatic is derived from "mono" (one) and "chromatic" (color), indicating something consisting of only one color.
Incredulous breaks down to the prefix "in-" (not), the root "cred" (believe), and the suffix "-ous" (full of), meaning "full of disbelief."
Humorous is the correct spelling for "funny."
Emigrate refers to moving from one's home country to another, used correctly in the context of moving from China to the U.S.
Effect in a sentence refers to the result or outcome, as in studying the effects of World War I.
Affect indicates an impact or influence, demonstrated in sentences regarding rising food prices and personal experiences with injuries and movies.

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This quiz focuses on expanding your vocabulary through the understanding of word roots, affixes, and their meanings. You'll work with definitions and correct spellings related to words derived from these components. Perfect for enhancing your language skills and reference material usage.