Unit 1 Root Word Assessment

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1. A trout is not considered a _____________ species because it lives in freshwater streams, rivers, and lakes.

• hydroelectric
• hydrant
• marine
• aqueduct
• aquatic

2. It is important that we utilize alternative energy sources, such as _____________ power, in order to reduce the burning of fossil fuels.

• hydroelectric
• hydrant
• marine
• aqueduct
• aquatic

3. The scientists were studying a number of _________________ plants to see if pollution from the nearby factory was affecting the pond.

• hydroelectric
• hydrant
• marine
• aqueduct
• aquatic

4. Because there wasn't an accessible _______________ near the house, the firefighters were unable to save our home from the fire.

• hydroelectric
• hydrant
• marine
• aqueduct
• aquatic

5. The severe drought left the local ________________ almost empty, which prevented the farmers from properly watering their crops.

• hydroelectric
• hydrant
• marine
• aqueduct
• aquatic

6. Choose an antonym for dehydrate.

• parch
• arid
• moisten
• rainforest

7. What might you hear if you were in a marina?

• barking dogs
• crying babies
• loud sirens
• screeching seagulls

8. Choose a synonym for maritime.

• oceanic
• terrestrial
• atmosphere
• vessels

9. Why might aquifers be important to humans?

• They provide a place for recreational fun, like boating, swimming, and fishing.
• The rocks within them help to filter and clean flowing groundwater.
• They provide water and shelter to many desert animal species.
• They took many years to build, and they bring water to large cities.