Roots Lesson 18 Review

Front

What does 'hypodermic' mean?

Back

Going under the skin; often refers to needles or injections that penetrate the skin.

Front

Define 'symmetry'.

Back

The quality of something that has two sides or halves that are the same or very close in size, shape, and position.

Front

What is an 'asterisk'?

Back

A symbol (*) used in printed text to indicate a note or reference at the bottom of the page.

Front

What does 'antebellum' refer to?

Back

Occurring in the southern United States before the Civil War.

Front

Which prefix means thousand?

Back

Kilo-.

Front

What is the meaning of 'hyperactive'?

Back

Excessively active; often refers to children who have high energy levels.

Front

Define 'perimeter'.

Back

The total distance around the outside of a shape.

Front

What does 'barometer' measure?

Back

A device that measures atmospheric pressure.

Front

What is 'optometry'?

Back

The practice or profession of examining the eyes for defects or abnormalities.

Front

What does 'antecedent' mean?

Back

Something that comes before something else; a preceding event or condition.