Discovering Root Word Meanings

Which root means WATER?

• aqua

• pool

• sub

• port

Answer explanation

The root 'aqua' is derived from Latin, meaning 'water'. It is commonly used in words related to water, such as 'aquatic' and 'aquarium'. The other options do not relate to water.

(a)   logy is the science that explores the earth's physical structure and substance.

• Aqua

• Dirt

• Oct

• Port

• Geo

• Bio

Answer explanation

The term 'Geo' refers to the Earth, making 'Geology' the science that studies the Earth's physical structure and substance. The other options do not relate to Earth sciences.

What do buses, trains, and other vehicles do with people?

• action

• aquasub

• transport

• geomove

Answer explanation

Transportation carries something from one place to another, like people.

PORT = CARRY OR MOVE

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

Someday, there may be a​ (a)   laptop computer for every student at school.

• actualize

• geography

• aquarium

• portable

• reaction

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'portable' because it describes a type of laptop that can be easily carried, which fits the context of providing a laptop for every student at school.

(a)   like Mason and Lily love to explore the fascinating physical properties of Earth's surface and the diverse human societies that thrive across it. Are you ready to join them?​

• Reactionaries

• Auqualogists

• Biographers

• Geographers

Answer explanation

Mason and Lily's interest in exploring Earth's physical properties and human societies aligns with the field of geography. Geographers study the Earth's landscapes, environments, and the relationships between people and their environments.

Nora, Anika, and Aria are on a quest to discover the root word that means "to do". Can you help them find it?

• port

• act

• aqua

Answer explanation

The root word meaning 'to do' is 'act'. It derives from Latin 'agere', which also means to do or to drive. The other options, 'port' (to carry) and 'aqua' (water), do not relate to the concept of doing.

Match the following Greek and Latin Roots to the pictures which BEST show the meanings.

• port

• 
• geo

• 
• aqua/aque

• 
• act

• 

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

If something is portable, it means that it can​ (a)   .

• be carried or moved
• be put in water

• be used to do something

• be part of the earth or ground

• be used to make electricity

Answer explanation

Port = Carry or move!

The term 'portable' refers to something that can be easily carried or moved from one place to another. Therefore, the correct choice is 'be carried or moved', as it directly aligns with the definition of portability.

Hey there, future engineers! Can you help Jackson and Maya figure out what an aqueduct is? Is it a...

• portable action

• way to transport dirt

• water supply system.

Answer explanation

So an Aqueduct must have to do with WATER!

Tags

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

What is the term for a system that moves water from one place to another?

• hydraulic

• aqueduct

• geothermal

Tags

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4