Roots 2 U9 Quizs

inquisition

• A formal inquiry into a matter

• A harsh and unfair investigation or series of questions.

• A peaceful discussion about beliefs

• A legal trial for criminal offenses

querulous

• Complaining in an annoyed way.

• Expressing joy and happiness.

• Showing indifference or apathy.

• Being overly enthusiastic and cheerful.

Root Word: rog

• to ask or demand (Latin)

• to run or move quickly (Latin)

• to speak or talk (Latin)

• to see or observe (Latin)

conquest

• The act of taking control of a country, city, etc., through the use of force.

• A peaceful negotiation to gain territory.

• A cultural exchange between nations.

• The establishment of trade routes between countries.

exquisite

• Finely done or made; very beautiful or delicate; very sensitive or fine.

• Roughly constructed and unattractive.

• Commonplace and ordinary in appearance.

• Loud and attention-seeking in style.

inquest

• A formal inquiry into a matter

• An official investigation to find the reason for something.

• A type of legal document

• A public meeting to discuss community issues

Root Word: quir/quis

• to seek or ask (Latin)

• to run or move quickly (Latin)

• to speak or talk (Latin)

• to see or observe (Latin)

Root Word: quer/questions

• to seek or ask (Latin)

• to run or move quickly (Greek)

• to create or make (Latin)

• to observe or watch (Latin)

questionable

• Not likely to be true or correct; giving reason to doubt or question something.

• Completely certain and reliable; beyond doubt.

• Easily understood and accepted; clear and straightforward.

• Highly probable and widely accepted as true.

acquire

• To get something; to come to own something; to gain a new skill or ability through your own efforts.

• To lose something valuable or important.

• To borrow something temporarily without the intention of returning it.

• To give away something for free without expecting anything in return.