Understanding the Word 'Eliminate'

Understanding the Word 'Eliminate'

Assessment

Interactive Video

English, Fun, Education

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

FREE Resource

The video explores the word 'eliminate', its Latin roots, and its meaning as a verb to remove or get rid of something. It discusses the etymology, breaking down the word into its components 'ex' and 'limit', and provides examples of similar words. The video also demonstrates the usage of 'eliminate' in sentences, highlighting its often dire connotation. The tutorial concludes with a humorous note on subliminal messaging and a sign-off.

Read more

10 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary meaning of the word 'eliminate'?

To hide something

To create something new

To remove or get rid of something

To add something

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From which language does the word 'eliminate' originate?

Latin

French

German

Greek

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the component 'X' in 'eliminate' signify?

Inside

Out or away

Below

Above

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following words shares a component with 'eliminate'?

Start

Begin

Limit

Enter

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does 'subliminal' mean in relation to 'eliminate'?

Above the threshold of awareness

At the threshold of awareness

Below the threshold of awareness

Beyond the threshold of awareness

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is an example of subliminal messaging mentioned in the video?

Sleep more hours

Eat more mangoes

Drink more water

Eat more apples

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is 'eliminate' used in a sentence with a dire connotation?

To remove troublemakers for good

To add new features

To create a new product

To hide the truth

Create a free account and access millions of resources

Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
or continue with
Microsoft
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?