Unit 2> Outsiders and Outcasts > Vocabulary and Word Roots Quiz

What is the root of the word "contradict"?

• dict

• neg

• ject

• ver

Which of the following sentences uses the word "negate" correctly?

• Your sister will probably be unhappy if you continue to negate her.

• The two sources that I used for my research paper negate one another on some important points.

• The one time you lie may negate all the times you tell the truth.

• Maria will negate the information before we include it in the presentation.

What is the meaning of the word "objection" based on the mentor sentences?

• To verify information

• To contradict someone

• To express disapproval or opposition

• To advocate for a cause

Which word has the root meaning "truth"?

• contradict

• negate

• verify

• advocate

What is a related word for "contradict"?

• contradiction

• verification

• advocacy

• negation

Which of the following is an example of using the word "advocate" correctly?

• I checked the band’s tour schedule to advocate that the concert is this weekend.

• I’m voting for her because she has always been an advocate for causes that are important to me.

• The one time you lie may advocate all the times you tell the truth.

• My only advocate to the plan is that some of the steps seem vague and should be more precise.

What is the root of the word "negate"?

• dict

• neg

• ject

• ver

Which word means "to speak against"?

• verify

• advocate

• contradict

• negate

What is the root of the word "objection"?

• dict

• neg

• ject

• ver

Which of the following words is related to "verify"?

• contradiction

• verification

• advocacy

• negation