Greek and Latin Root Words Unit 9

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What does the root 'rog-' mean?

Back

to ask or demand

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Define 'querulous'.

Back

complaining in an annoyed way

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What is the meaning of 'conquest'?

Back

the act of taking control of a country, city, etc, through the use of force

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What do the roots 'quer' and 'ques' signify?

Back

to seek or ask

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What does it mean to be 'arrogant'?

Back

having or showing the insulting attitude of people who believe that they are better, smarter, or more important than other people

Front

What is the origin of the word 'question'?

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It comes from the Latin root 'quaerere', meaning 'to seek or ask'.

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What is the difference between 'inquisitive' and 'querulous'?

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Inquisitive means eager for knowledge, while querulous means complaining in an annoyed way.

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Provide an example of a sentence using 'conquest'.

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The conquest of the territory was marked by significant battles.

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What does the prefix 'ar-' in 'arrogant' imply?

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It implies a sense of superiority or disdain.

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How can understanding root words help in vocabulary development?

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Understanding root words can help decipher the meanings of unfamiliar words.