Latin/Greek Unit 6 Review

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What term describes someone who is running away or escaping?

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fugitive

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What word means not definite; vague?

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nebulous

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What does it mean to lower someone in rank or authority?

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demote

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What term refers to something that is changing often and unpredictable?

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volatile

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What is the term for protection or safety?

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refuge

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What is the Latin root of the word 'fugitive'?

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fugere, meaning 'to flee'

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What is the Greek root of the word 'nebulous'?

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nebulosus, meaning 'misty' or 'cloudy'

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What is the opposite of 'demote'?

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promote

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In what context might the term 'volatile' be used?

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In chemistry, to describe substances that can easily vaporize.

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What is a synonym for 'refuge'?

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sanctuary