Word Roots and Meanings Challenge

What does the root 'aqua' mean?

• air

• earth

• water

• fire

Use the word 'aquatic' in a sentence.

• The aquatic colors of the sunset are breathtaking.

• The aquatic plants in the lake provide shelter for various fish species.

• Aquatic vehicles are used for land travel.

• The aquatic animals live in the desert.

What does 'aud' mean in the word 'audible'?

• The prefix 'aud' means 'to see'.

• The prefix 'aud' means 'to touch'.

• The prefix 'aud' means 'to speak'.

• The prefix 'aud' means 'to hear'.

Create a sentence using the word 'audience'.

• The audience was too busy to notice the performance.

• The audience applauded enthusiastically after the performance.

• The audience left before the show started.

• The audience was silent during the speech.

What does the root 'cent' refer to?

• hundred

• thousand

• fifty

• ten

Use 'century' in a sentence.

• The 21st century began in the year 2001.

• The next century will start in 2025.

• The 20th century ended in 1999.

• A century is 50 years long.

What does 'bio' mean in the word 'biology'?

• study of plants

• life

• study of animals

• study of ecosystems

Create a sentence using the word 'biography'.

• Her biography is a collection of poems.

• He wrote a biography about his favorite recipe.

• Her biography reveals the struggles and triumphs she faced throughout her career.

• The biography is a type of music genre.

What does 'contra' mean in the word 'contradict'?

• similar or alike

• for or with

• against or opposite

• before or in favor of

Use 'contrary' in a sentence.

• His actions were contrary to his words, creating confusion among his friends.

• His words were contrary to his actions, which made them clear.

• The weather was contrary to what the forecast predicted.

• She found the contrary opinion to be quite agreeable.