Greek and Latin Roots

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What does the root 'quad' mean? (e.g., quarter, quartet, quadruplets)

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four

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What does 'chron' mean in chronological?

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time

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What does the root 'ology' mean? (e.g., geology, mythology, zoology)

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the study of

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What does the root 'aqua' mean? (e.g., aquarium, aqueduct, aquamarine)

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water

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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean? (e.g., predict, prepare, preview)

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before

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What does the root 'bio' mean? (e.g., biology, biography, biodegradable)

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life

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What does the root 'graph' mean? (e.g., autograph, photograph, graphic)

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to write or draw

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What does the root 'phon' mean? (e.g., telephone, phonics, symphony)

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sound

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What does the root 'port' mean? (e.g., transport, portable, import)

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to carry

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What does the root 'spect' mean? (e.g., inspect, spectator, spectacle)

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to look or see