Word Study Practice #3: dent, mega, sub, ped

The prefix "ped" in words like pedicure and pedometer relates to:

• Teeth

• Feet

• Power

• Underwater

The prefix "mega" in words like megastar and megahit means:

• Small

• Under

• Large

• Shark

The prefix "sub" in words like submarine and substitute means:

• Above

• Below

• Around

• Foot

The root "dent" in words like dentist and dental relates to:

• Hands

• Power

• Teeth

• Large

Which word describes a person traveling on foot?

• Pedicure

• Pedestrian

• Pedometer

• Submarine

Which word refers to an underwater vehicle used for deep-sea exploration?

• Submersible

• Substitute

• Pedal

• Denture

What word is used to describe a treatment for the feet and toenails?

• Pedestrian

• Pedicure

• Pedometer

• Dentist

The word megawatt refers to:

• A famous entertainer

• A large unit of power

• A prehistoric shark

• A three-pronged weapon

A denture is:

• A type of foot treatment

• An artificial set of teeth

• A fitness device

• A famous movie

The trident is most associated with:

• Teeth

• Power

• A spear with three prongs resembling teeth

• An underwater vehicle