Latin Root Words#1.2

Analyze the word "ambidextrous." Which root word helps you understand its meaning?

• aqua

• ambi

• aud

• bene

Which of the following words means "to hear" and contains the root word "aud"?

• Audience

• Aquatic

• Benefit

• Century

If "bene" means good, what does the word "benefactor" most likely mean?

• A person who harms others

• A person who gives help or support

• A person who listens

• A person who counts money

The word "century" is related to the number 100. Which root word helps you understand this connection?

• aqua

• aud

• cent

• bene

Which word would best describe a person who can use both hands equally well?

• Aquatic

• Ambidextrous

• Audible

• Beneficial

If "aqua" means water, what does the word "aquarium" most likely refer to?

• A place where plants grow

• A place where water is stored

• A place where animals are kept

• A place where people gather

Which of the following words is related to the concept of "hearing"?

• Aqueduct

• Audible

• Beneficial

• Century

If "cent" means 100, what does the word "percent" most likely mean?

• One out of ten

• One out of a hundred

• One out of a thousand

• One out of a million

Which word would best describe something that is beneficial?

• Harmful

• Helpful

• Audible

• Aquatic

Which of the following words is related to water?

• Audience

• Aquatic

• Benefactor

• Century