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WorksheetsRoots Unit 2
Total questions: 51
Worksheet time: 9mins
What is the meaning of the root word "pater/patri"?
Mother
Father
Birth, race, kind
Friend
Which term describes a man who controls a family, group, or government?
Matriarch
Patrician
Patriarch
Matron
What does the word "patriarchal" refer to?
A system controlled by women
A system controlled by men
A system controlled by children
A system controlled by animals
Who is a patrician?
A person of the highest social class
A person of the lowest social class
A person who controls a family
A person who is a mother
What does "maternal" mean?
Of or relating to a father
Of or relating to a mother
Of or relating to a child
Of or relating to a friend
What is a matron?
A young unmarried woman
An older married woman with a high social position
A young married woman
An older unmarried woman
What is a matriarchy?
A government controlled by men
A government controlled by children
A government controlled by women
A government controlled by animals
What does the word "generate" mean?
To destroy something
To produce something
To consume something
To hide something
What does "congenial" mean?
Unpleasant and unfriendly
Pleasant and enjoyable
Boring and dull
Exciting and adventurous
What is the meaning of "generation"?
A group of people born and living during the same time
A group of animals living together
A group of plants growing together
A group of stars in the sky
What does "genetic" refer to?
Related to the environment
Related to genes
Related to education
Related to technology
The __________ held a higher social class than the unmarried ladies of the community.
patriarch
matron
patrician
generation
The author wanted to __________ a lot of excitement from her fans before releasing her next book.
generate
genetic
matriarchy
maternal
In some __________ families, women do not have the same rights as the men.
patriarchal
matron
patrician
generation
Since the disease was __________, it was not contagious.
genetic
congenial
matriarchy
maternal
A __________ of the city refused to socialize with the poor.
patrician
matron
patriarch
generation
My mom’s mother is my __________ grandmother.
maternal
matron
patriarchal
genetic
I am looking for a __________ roommate who will be easy to live with while I am at college.
congenial
matriarchy
generation
patrician
The tribe’s __________ ruled for over 30 years until his death.
patriarch
matron
patrician
generation
My parents’ __________ didn’t have all of the technology that is available to children today.
generation
matriarchy
maternal
genetic
The Iroquois Tribe are an example of a __________, since the mothers within the tribe held strong political roles.
matriarchy
patriarch
patrician
generation
A generation is made up of peers.
True
False
A matron is a woman who is about to get married.
True
False
A person’s height is a genetic factor.
True
False
A patrician is a children’s doctor.
True
False
A malcontent is probably very congenial.
True
False
Our society is an example of a matriarchy.
True
False
You can generate power using water.
True
False
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "patriarch".
male
female
leader
youth
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "patriarchal".
women
men
power
poor
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "patrician".
poverty
aristocrat
noble
uneducated
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "maternal".
fatherly
daughter
motherly
protective
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "matron".
married
single
woman
man
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "matriarchy".
male
female
led
baby
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "generate".
prevent
make
dissolve
create
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "congenial".
reclusive
sociable
compatible
hostile
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "generation".
batch
group
individual
old
Choose two words that BEST explain or define the bold root word "genetic".
hereditary
earned
taught
instinctual
Circle the analogy that BEST matches the bold words: MATRON : MAIDEN
puppy : dog
widow : girl
man : boy
young : old
Circle the analogy that BEST matches the bold words: GENETIC : ENVIRONMENTAL
biological : social
genes : DNA
eye : color
weight : height
Circle the analogy that BEST matches the bold words: PATRICIAN : POOR
entertainer : interesting
wealthy : beggar
king : kind
friend : cruel
Circle the analogy that BEST matches the bold words: GENERATION : PEERS
links : chain
computer : mouse
decade : years
fence : gate
Circle the analogy that BEST matches the bold words: MATRIARCHY : WOMEN
monarchy : royalty
people : democracy
dictatorship : queens
oligarchy : animals
Circle the analogy that BEST matches the bold words: PATRIARCHAL : WOMEN
boys : girls
leadership : men
democratic : kings
dictator : matriarchal
Circle the analogy that BEST matches the bold words: CONGENIAL : CONFLICT
angry : peace
excitement : bored
friendly : fun
ignorant : enjoyment
Circle the analogy that BEST matches the bold words: GENERATE : DESTROY
create : make
solar : power
fuel : gas
surrender : fight
Circle the analogy that BEST matches the bold words: MATERNAL : MOTHERLY
paternal : confusing
relentless : persistent
loving : hateful
funny : sad
What might a congenial person say or do?
Argue with everyone
Compliment others
Ignore people
Criticize others
Which of the following is a characteristic of a patriarchal society?
Women hold the primary power
Men hold the primary power
Equal power between men and women
Children hold the primary power
Which of the following is a synonym for "patrician"?
Commoner
Noble
Peasant
Worker
Which of the following is a genetic characteristic of living things?
Learned behavior
Eye color
Language spoken
Favorite food
