Greek + Latin Root Words

The word autocracy, containing the root “auto,” is a political system governed by a single individual. “Auto” means:

• drive or push

• self, same

• together

• hear or listen

The word ambivalent, containing the root, “ambi,” is having mixed feelings or contradictory ideas about someone or something. “Ambi” means:

• both sides

• self, same

• feel

• hang, pull

The word “bibliography” contains the root word “bibli.” What does the root “bibli” mean?

• bad

• time

• believe

• book

Which sentence uses a word with the root 'bene' and demonstrates the meaning 'well'?

• The benevolent king was loved by all for his kindness.

• The cat sat on the mat.

• She ran quickly to catch the bus.

• The sun sets in the west.

What set of two words contain the root word “hyper,” meaning “over, above,” and have a corresponding definition for each word.

• Word 1: Hyperactive - extremely active or too active Word 2: Hypertension - abnormally high blood pressure

• Word 1: Hypothermia - abnormally low body temperature Word 2: Hypoglycemia - low blood sugar

• Word 1: Hypothesis - a supposition or proposed explanation Word 2: Hypocrite - a person who pretends to have virtues

• Word 1: Hypothetical - based on or serving as a hypothesis Word 2: Hypotenuse - the longest side of a right triangle

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a word with the root "spec" meaning "look"?

• The inspector carefully examined the building for any safety violations.

• The athlete ran faster than anyone else in the race.

• The chef cooked a delicious meal for the guests.

• The musician played a beautiful melody on the piano.