Exploring 7th Grade Root Words

What does the root word 'bio' mean?

• matter

• energy

• life

• death

Which of the following is a synonym for 'benevolent'?

• selfish

• indifferent

• malevolent

• charitable

What is the antonym of 'predict'?

• anticipate

• project

• foresee

• retrospect

Use the word 'transport' in a sentence.

• He decided to transport his thoughts into a painting.

• They transport the music through their performances.

• The transport of ideas is essential for innovation.

• The company uses trucks to transport goods across the country.

What does the prefix 'un-' mean when added to a word?

• The prefix 'un-' means to enhance or improve.

• The prefix 'un-' signifies a time-related concept.

• The prefix 'un-' means not or the opposite of.

• The prefix 'un-' indicates a quantity or amount.

Identify the suffix in the word 'happiness'.

• -ness

• -ful

• -ing

• -ly

What does the root word 'graph' relate to?

• Mathematics or calculations

• Music or sound

• Writing or drawing

• Cooking or recipes

Choose the correct synonym for 'audible'.

• hearable

• inaudible

• unheard

• silent

What does the root 'ject' mean in the word 'eject'?

• to push

• to hold

• to pull

• to throw

How does the prefix 'pre-' change the meaning of a word?

• The prefix 'pre-' signifies a random occurrence unrelated to time.

• The prefix 'pre-' changes the meaning of a word to indicate something that occurs before the action or state of the root word.

• The prefix 'pre-' changes the meaning to something that is permanent.

• The prefix 'pre-' indicates something that happens after the action.