Vocabulary and Prefixes Quiz

Which of these words uses the prefix "a-" or "an-" correctly?

• Atypical

• Reappear

• Prehistoric

• Unkind

Answer explanation

The word 'Atypical' uses the prefix 'a-' correctly, meaning 'not typical'. The other options do not use 'a-' or 'an-' as prefixes; 'Reappear' uses 're-', 'Prehistoric' uses 'pre-', and 'Unkind' uses 'un-'.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What does the prefix "ambi" or "amphi" mean?

• One side

• Both, on both sides, around

• Inside

• Above

Answer explanation

The prefix 'ambi' or 'amphi' means 'both, on both sides, around'. This indicates a duality or encompassing nature, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What does "ambiguous" mean?

• Able to use both hands equally

• Having more than one meaning

• Conflicting feelings

• Having two lives

Answer explanation

The term 'ambiguous' refers to something that has more than one meaning, making it unclear or open to interpretation. Therefore, the correct choice is 'Having more than one meaning'.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which of the following words is related to meanings?

• Ambidextrous

• Ambiguous

• Ambivalence

• Amphibian

Answer explanation

The word 'ambiguous' relates to meanings as it describes something that can be understood in multiple ways, highlighting the uncertainty in interpretation. The other options do not directly pertain to meanings.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

The prefix "amphi" is used in which of the following words?

• Ambidextrous

• Ambiguous

• Ambivalence

• Amphibian

Answer explanation

The prefix 'amphi' means 'both' or 'on both sides.' It is found in the word 'amphibian,' which refers to animals that can live both in water and on land. The other options do not contain this prefix.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

Which word is associated with "walking or moving around"?

• Amble

• Ambulant

• Ambulance

• Ambush

Answer explanation

The word 'ambulant' directly relates to walking or moving around, derived from the Latin 'ambulare' meaning to walk. 'Amble' also suggests a slow walk, but 'ambulant' is the most precise term for movement.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does "amiable" mean?

• Angry and hostile

• Friendly, pleasant, lovable

• Sad and gloomy

• Loud and noisy

Answer explanation

The term 'amiable' refers to someone who is friendly, pleasant, and lovable. This definition aligns with the correct answer choice, distinguishing it from the other options that describe negative or unrelated traits.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

Which word means "a close examination of something"?

• Anatomy

• Anachronism

• Analysis

• Anagram

Answer explanation

The word 'Analysis' refers to a close examination of something, making it the correct choice. 'Anatomy' relates to structure, 'Anachronism' refers to something out of time, and 'Anagram' involves rearranging letters.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which word refers to "the structure of something as visible when cut up for analysis"?

• Analysis

• Anachronism

• Anatomy

• Anagram

Answer explanation

The word 'anatomy' refers to the structure of something, especially in biological contexts, as it is revealed when cut up for analysis. The other options do not relate to structural analysis.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

Which of the following words is derived from the root "anim"?

• Animate

• Equanimity

• Animal

• All of the above

Answer explanation

The root "anim" means life or spirit. "Animate" means to give life, "equanimity" refers to mental calmness (balanced spirit), and "animal" denotes living beings. Therefore, all options are derived from "anim".

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B