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What does the Greek root word 'graph' mean?
to write
What does 'calligraphy' refer to?
What is a bibliography?
A written list of all the sources used in a report or book
What is an autograph?
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What is a biography?
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What is an autobiography?
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What does cartography refer to?
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What is a homograph?
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What is a paragraph?
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What is graffiti?
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Study Notes
Greek Root Word "Graph"
- Root word "graph" translates to "to write" in Greek.
Calligraphy
- Refers to fancy penmanship and decorative handwriting.
Bibliography
- A list of written sources used in reports or books.
Autograph
- Represents a person's own signature; "auto" means self.
Biography
- Tells the story of someone's life as written by another person.
Autobiography
- A narrative of one's life written by oneself; "auto" signifies self.
Cartography
- The science and practice involved in map-making; "carto" means map.
Homograph
- A word that shares the same spelling as another word but has a different meaning. Example: "bat" can refer to sports equipment or an animal.
Paragraph
- Defined as a group of sentences that collectively support one main idea.
Graffiti
- Refers to words or images written or painted on walls or buildings.
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Description
Dive into the fascinating world of the Greek root 'graph', which means 'to write'. This quiz covers various terms derived from this root, including calligraphy, bibliography, and more, enhancing your understanding of written language and its applications.
