Vocabulary Builder Part 20

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Question 1: Does the root “com” mean to cut?  

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

No. The root “com” means “together.” The root for “to cut” is “cis.”

Does the word “combine” mean to bring two or more things together?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

Yes. “Combine" means to bring two or more things together.

Is a “cold compress” a cold, wet cloth?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

Yes. A cold compress is a cold, wet cloth.

Does the root “comm” mean head?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

No. “Comm” means “share.” The root for head is “capit.”

Can the phrase “The House of Commons” refer to a group within a government?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

Yes. Canada and the United Kingdom have a House of Commons in their legislative branches.

Can the word “community” refer to people who live far from each other?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

Yes. Examples are the community of scientists, and the community of performing artists.

Are radio and TV types of mass communication?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

Yes. Mass communication refers to one message going to many listeners or viewers at the same time.

In communism, can people own their own business, the building it operates in and the equipment they use?

• No

• Yes

Answer explanation

No. In communism (at least in theory), the means of producing wealth (such as machines and work buildings) are shared with everyone. That means the government owns everything.