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What does the Greek root 'Bio' refer to?
What does the Greek root 'Bio' refer to?
Which word describes a person's own signature?
Which word describes a person's own signature?
What does the Latin root 'Bene' mean?
What does the Latin root 'Bene' mean?
What is the study of Earth's materials and history called?
What is the study of Earth's materials and history called?
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What does the Greek root 'Chron' relate to?
What does the Greek root 'Chron' relate to?
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Which word means to throw something out?
Which word means to throw something out?
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Which of the following refers to a method of reading based on sounds?
Which of the following refers to a method of reading based on sounds?
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What does 'Percent' indicate?
What does 'Percent' indicate?
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Which of the following words pertains to a device for seeing things from a distance?
Which of the following words pertains to a device for seeing things from a distance?
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What does the term 'Manual' refer to?
What does the term 'Manual' refer to?
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Which term refers to a charitable act or support through generosity?
Which term refers to a charitable act or support through generosity?
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Which of these words describes the process by which plants convert light into food?
Which of these words describes the process by which plants convert light into food?
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What does the prefix 'Geo-' relate to?
What does the prefix 'Geo-' relate to?
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Which word indicates a document that is created by hand rather than typed?
Which word indicates a document that is created by hand rather than typed?
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Which term refers to the arrangement of events in their order of occurrence?
Which term refers to the arrangement of events in their order of occurrence?
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Which word describes a device that allows someone to communicate over long distances?
Which word describes a device that allows someone to communicate over long distances?
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What does the root 'Auto-' imply in the context of its derived terms?
What does the root 'Auto-' imply in the context of its derived terms?
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Which term refers to lingering or recurring conditions over time?
Which term refers to lingering or recurring conditions over time?
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Which word refers to a very small organism often studied in biology?
Which word refers to a very small organism often studied in biology?
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Which term describes the act of carrying goods from one place to another?
Which term describes the act of carrying goods from one place to another?
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What is the primary focus of biology?
What is the primary focus of biology?
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Which term is associated with acting independently?
Which term is associated with acting independently?
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What does the term 'geothermal' relate to?
What does the term 'geothermal' relate to?
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Which word refers to a person who loves books?
Which word refers to a person who loves books?
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Which term defines the act of predicting future events?
Which term defines the act of predicting future events?
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What does the prefix 'micro-' suggest about an object or organism?
What does the prefix 'micro-' suggest about an object or organism?
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Which of the following options refers to relating to sound?
Which of the following options refers to relating to sound?
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What is the meaning of the term 'benefactor'?
What is the meaning of the term 'benefactor'?
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Which term refers to a tool used for viewing very small objects?
Which term refers to a tool used for viewing very small objects?
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Which term describes the measure equal to one hundredth of a meter?
Which term describes the measure equal to one hundredth of a meter?
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Study Notes
Greek Roots
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Auto (self):
- Autograph: A person's own signature.
- Autonomous: Acting independently or having the freedom to do so.
- Automobile: A vehicle that moves by itself.
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Bio (life):
- Biology: The study of living organisms.
- Biography: A written account of someone's life.
- Biohazard: A risk to human life caused by biological agents.
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Chron (time):
- Chronology: The arrangement of events in time order.
- Synchronize: To occur at the same time.
- Chronic: Persisting for a long time or recurring over time.
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Geo (earth):
- Geography: The study of Earth's physical features.
- Geology: The study of Earth's materials and history.
- Geothermal: Relating to heat from Earth's core.
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Micro (small):
- Microscope: A tool for viewing very small objects.
- Microbe: A very small organism, often microscopic.
- Microsecond: One millionth of a second.
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Philo (love):
- Philosophy: The love of wisdom or knowledge.
- Philanthropy: The love of helping others, often through charity.
- Bibliophile: A lover of books.
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Photo (light):
- Photograph: A picture taken using light.
- Photosynthesis: The process by which plants use light to produce food.
- Photon: A particle of light.
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Tele (far):
- Telephone: A device for speaking to someone far away.
- Television: A device for seeing things from a distance.
- Teleport: To instantly move something across space.
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Phon (sound):
- Telephone: A device for hearing someone's voice over a distance.
- Symphony: A musical performance of combined sounds.
- Phonics: A method of learning to read by sounds.
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Logos (word, study):
- Biology: The study of life.
- Psychology: The study of the mind.
- Logic: Reasoning or understanding based on words and concepts.
Latin Roots
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Bene (good, well):
- Benefit: Something good or advantageous.
- Benevolent: Kind or charitable.
- Benefactor: Someone who gives help or support.
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Cent (hundred):
- Century: A period of 100 years.
- Percent: A part out of 100.
- Centimeter: A unit of measurement equal to one-hundredth of a meter.
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Dict (speak, say):
- Dictionary: A reference book of words and their meanings.
- Predict: To say what will happen in the future.
- Dictate: To say something aloud for someone to write down.
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Ject (throw):
- Eject: To throw out.
- Project: To throw forward or extend outward.
- Inject: To force something in, often with a needle.
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Man (hand):
- Manual: A guidebook used by hand.
- Manipulate: To handle or control skillfully by hand.
- Manuscript: A document written by hand.
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Port (carry):
- Transport: To carry goods from one place to another.
- Portable: Easy to carry.
- Import: To bring goods into a country.
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Scrib/Script (write):
- Scribe: Someone who writes by hand.
- Inscription: Writing engraved on stone or another surface.
- Describe: To write or speak about something in detail.
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Spect (look, see):
- Inspect: To look at something closely.
- Spectator: Someone who watches an event.
- Spectacle: Something amazing to look at.
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Vid/Vis (see):
- Video: Moving images you can see.
- Visual: Related to sight or seeing.
- Vision: The ability to see.
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Aud (hear):
- Auditory: Relating to hearing.
- Audience: A group of people who listen or watch.
- Audible: Something you can hear.
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Test your knowledge of Greek roots and their meanings with this quiz. Explore terms related to concepts like self, life, time, earth, and more. This quiz will enhance your vocabulary and understanding of the origin of various English words.
