Understanding Greek and Latin Roots

Analyze the word "transmit" and determine which of the following best describes its meaning based on the Latin root "mit."

• To receive

• To send across

• To hold back

• To destroy

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Consider the word "benefactor." Which of the following sentences best uses the word based on its Latin root "bene"?

• The benefactor destroyed the old building.

• The benefactor donated money to the school.

• The benefactor ignored the charity event.

• The benefactor complained about the noise.

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Using your understanding of the root "man," which of the following words means "to handle or control"?

• Manifest

• Manufacture

• Manipulate

• Mandate

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Evaluate the word "vacuum" and explain how the Latin root "vac" helps in understanding its meaning.

• A space filled with air

• A space devoid of matter

• A crowded area

• A place full of objects

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Which of the following words, derived from the root "scrib/script," means "to write carelessly"?

• Describe

• Inscribe

• Scribble

• Script

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Analyze the word "jurisdiction" and determine its meaning based on the Latin root "jur/jus."

• The act of writing

• The power to make legal decisions

• The process of sending

• The state of being empty

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Consider the word "emit." Which of the following best describes its meaning based on the Latin root "mit"?

• To absorb

• To send out

• To conceal

• To destroy

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Using your understanding of the root "bene," which of the following words means "a blessing or benefit"?

• Beneficiary

• Benediction

• Benevolent

• Benefactor

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Evaluate the word "manual" and explain how the Latin root "man" helps in understanding its meaning.

• Done by machine

• Done by hand

• Done automatically

• Done electronically

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Which of the following words, derived from the root "scrib/script," means "a written document"?

• Manuscript

• Prescription

• Subscription

• Description

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