Weeks 15 & 16 G & L Roots

What does the root "AB" mean?

• To move towards

• To move away from

• To stand still

• To move in circles

What is the meaning of "abduct"?

• To join together

• To take away by force

• To give freely

• To move slowly

What does "aberrant" mean?

• Socially acceptable

• Not socially acceptable

• Very common

• Extremely rare

What does "abdicate" mean?

• To fulfill a responsibility

• To fail to fulfill a responsibility

• To take on a new role

• To succeed in a task

What does "brevity" refer to?

• Long and detailed speech

• Short or concise use of words

• Lengthy explanation

• Detailed description

What is the meaning of "absolve"?

• To blame someone

• To be free from blame or responsibility

• To accuse someone

• To hold accountable

What does "breviloquent" mean?

• Long-winded speech

• Short speech

• Detailed explanation

• Lengthy dialogue

What does "brevet" mean?

• To be demoted

• To be promoted without a pay increase

• To receive a pay raise

• To be transferred

What does the root "CULT" mean?

• To destroy

• To grow

• To shrink

• To divide

What is "culture"?

• The practice of gardening

• The customs and arts of a particular people

• The use of land for farming

• The growing of crops