Unit 4: Short I with Y, hyper-, -ible

What is the meaning of the word "encrypted" in the following sentence? "The message was encrypted to ensure its security."

• Written in a secret code

• Deleted permanently

• Translated into another language

• Printed on paper

Use context clues to determine the meaning of "mystify" in this sentence: "The magician's tricks continued to mystify the audience."

• Entertain

• Confuse

• Bore

• Inform

Identify the root word in "audible" and determine its meaning.

• Aud, meaning "to hear"

• Ible, meaning "capable of"

• Aud, meaning "to see"

• Ible, meaning "to speak"

Verify the meaning of "rhythm" using a dictionary. Which of the following definitions is correct?

• A repeated pattern of sound or movement

• A type of musical instrument

• A form of dance

• A style of painting

Choose the correct meaning of "sympathy" in the context of this sentence: "She felt sympathy for her friend who was going through a tough time."

• Happiness

• Understanding

• Indifference

• Anger

What does the prefix "hyper-" in "hyperactive" suggest about the word's meaning?

• Below normal

• Above normal

• Equal to

• Opposite of

Determine the meaning of "synthetic" using context clues: "The jacket was made of synthetic materials, not natural fibers."

• Natural

• Artificial

• Expensive

• Rare

What is the meaning of "hysteria" in this sentence? "The announcement of the surprise holiday caused hysteria among the students."

• Calmness

• Excitement

• Confusion

• Sadness

Use a dictionary to verify the meaning of "legible." Which definition is correct?

• Easy to read

• Difficult to understand

• Written in a foreign language

• Printed in large letters

What does the word "hypercritical" mean in this context? "She was hypercritical of every detail in the project."

• Very lenient

• Excessively critical

• Not interested

• Supportive