Exploring Greek and Latin Roots: aqu/aqua

What is the meaning of the Latin root 'aqua'?

• Air

• Water

• Earth

• Fire

Which of the following is an example of an aquatic activity?

• Hiking

• Running

• Surfing

• Cycling

What is an aqueduct?

• A channel built to carry water over long distances

• A type of fish

• A precious stone

• A glass tank for fish

In ancient cities, what was the purpose of aqueducts?

• To store food

• To transport water

• To serve as a marketplace

• To house animals

What is an aquarium?

• A layer of rock

• A water channel

• A type of plant

• A glass tank or bowl where fish live

What is an aquifer?

• A glass tank for fish

• A type of fish

• A precious stone

• An underground layer of rock that water moves through

Which of the following is part of the water cycle related to aquifers?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Infiltration

• Precipitation

What is the birthstone for the month of March?

• Sapphire

• Aquamarine

• Ruby

• Emerald

What color is an aquamarine stone?

• Red

• Light bluish green

• Purple

• Yellow

What is the main difference between an aqueduct and an aquifer?

• An aqueduct is a water sport, while an aquifer is a water cycle process.

• An aqueduct is a precious stone, while an aquifer is a type of plant.

• An aqueduct is a type of fish, while an aquifer is a glass tank for fish.

• An aqueduct is a channel for transporting water, while an aquifer is an underground layer of rock that water moves through.