Roots of Writing

What does the word 'inscribe' mean in the following sentence: The artist will inscribe his name on the sculpture?

• Carve, engrave, or mark onto a surface

• Write, type, or compose onto a surface

• Sculpt, mold, or shape onto a surface

• Paint, sketch, or draw onto a surface

Using the context clues in the sentence, what does 'transcribe' mean in the following sentence: The secretary will transcribe the meeting notes?

• To paint a picture

• To write down or type out a copy of something.

• To fix a broken machine

• To cook a meal

In the word 'prescription', what does the root 'scrib' mean?

• draw

• write or written

• describe

• calculate

How does the word 'describe' relate to the root 'scrib'?

• Describe relates to the root 'scrib' as 'scrib' means 'to write'.

• Describe relates to the root 'scrib' as 'scrib' means 'to describe'.

• Describe relates to the root 'scrib' as 'scrib' means 'to describe in detail'.

• Describe relates to the root 'scrib' as 'scrib' means 'to describe orally'.

What is the meaning of the word 'manuscript' based on the root 'script'?

• A painting

• A sculpture

• A computer program

• A handwritten or typed document

Explain the connection between the words 'prescribe' and 'script'?

• Both 'prescribe' and 'script' are related to medical procedures.

• The words 'prescribe' and 'script' have no etymological connection.

• Both 'prescribe' and 'script' are derived from Latin words related to writing.

• The term 'script' is derived from 'prescribe'.

What does the term 'transcript' mean when considering the root 'scrib'?

• A type of weather

• A written or printed version of something

• A type of animal

• A type of plant

How is the word 'subscription' related to the root 'script'?

• Subscription is related to the root 'script' through the meaning of 'to inscribe.'

• Subscription is related to the root 'script' through the meaning of 'to describe.'

• Subscription is related to the root 'script' through the meaning of 'to transcribe.'

• Subscription is related to the root 'script' through the meaning of 'to write.'

What is the definition of 'scribble' in relation to the root 'scrib'?

• To write or draw carelessly or hurriedly.

• To speak loudly and clearly.

• To cook food slowly over low heat.

• To write or draw neatly and precisely.

Using the root 'script', explain the meaning of the word 'postscript'?

• A type of computer programming language

• A written message sent to someone

• An additional remark or comment added to the end of a letter or other document after the signature.

• A tool used for digging in the ground