We Are Family: Greek and Latin Roots

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What does 'maternal' mean?

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Of or relating to a mother.

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What is a 'patriarch'?

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A man who controls a family, group, or government.

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Which of the following is NOT maternal? Caring for a child when he/she is sick, A mother bear protecting her cubs, Someone on your mom's side of the family, Abandoning children?

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Abandoning children.

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What is a 'generation'?

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A group of people born and living during the same time.

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What does 'congenial' mean?

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Pleasant, enjoyable, or friendly.

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What does 'matriarchy' refer to?

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A social system in which women hold the primary power.

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What does 'patriarchal' mean?

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Relating to a social system in which men hold primary power.

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What is the meaning of 'genetic'?

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Relating to genes or heredity.

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What does 'matron' mean?

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A woman in charge of domestic and medical arrangements at a boarding school or other institution.

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What does 'matriarch' mean?

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A woman who is the head of a family or tribe.