QZ: Roots

Which statement is true about roots?

• They cannot be linked to prefixes and suffixes.

• They are all Greek.

• They can help you figure out the meanings of words.

• They can never stand on their own.

Answer explanation

They can help you figure out the meanings of words. This passage states that "Some roots can stand as words all by themselves."

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The root word form (from Latin) means "shape" and can stand by itself. What is the formula for success?

In order to be accepted by others, some people conform to society. The suffix “-less” means “without.” What does “formless” mean?

• able to see shapes

• having no shape

• the measure of a shape

• drawing a shape

Answer explanation

“Form” is a root word that means “shape,” and “-less” is a suffix that means “without.” So, “formless” means “having no shape.”

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The root word photo (from Greek) means “relating to light.” A photograph is created when an image is focused on light-sensitive material, like film, to make a permanent picture. Teachers photocopy tests and worksheets. “Photosynthesis” is a scientific process that

• involves feet.

• involves sound.

• does not involve light.

• involves light.

Answer explanation

“Photo” is a root that means “relating to light.” So, “photosynthesis” is a scientific process that involves light. It is the process by which plants use light from the sun to make their own food.

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The root fin (from Latin) means “end.” So we've come to the end of this song, the finale. Finally, can you see how much you've learned about roots? If the prefix “in-” means “not,” what is the definition of “infinite”?

• never-ending

• always ending

• seeing an ending

• a written ending

Answer explanation

The prefix “in-” means “not,” and the root “fin” means “end.” So, the word “infinite” means “not ending,” or “never-ending.”

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