Unit 5- Greek and Latin Root Words

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What is the meaning of the root word 'script'?

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The root word 'script' comes from the Latin 'scribere', meaning 'to write'. It is used in words related to writing.

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Define 'prescription' in the context of medical terminology.

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A prescription is a written message from a doctor that officially tells a patient what medicine to take.

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What does 'auto-' mean in the word 'autobiography'?

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The prefix 'auto-' means 'self', indicating that an autobiography is a life story written by the person themselves.

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Explain the term 'dictate' and its origin.

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To dictate means to speak or read something to a person who writes it down. It comes from the Latin 'dictare', meaning 'to say'.

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What is an 'inscription'?

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An inscription refers to words that are written on or cut into a surface, often for memorial or decorative purposes.

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What does the term 'graphic' imply when describing content?

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The term 'graphic' refers to something shown or described in a very clear way, often used for unpleasant or shocking content.

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What is the significance of the root 'graph'?

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The root 'graph' comes from the Greek 'grapho', meaning 'to write' or 'to draw', and is used in words related to writing or visual representation.

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How does the prefix 'pre-' function in the word 'prescription'?

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The prefix 'pre-' means 'before', indicating that a prescription is given before the medication is taken.

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What does the suffix '-bio' signify in the word 'autobiography'?

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The suffix '-bio' comes from the Greek 'bios', meaning 'life', indicating that an autobiography is a written account of one's life.

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Define the term 'dictation' and its application.

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Dictation is the act of speaking words for someone else to write down, commonly used in educational settings for transcription.