WorksheetsRoot Word: Mors/Mort
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 25mins
What is the definition of the root word 'Mors/Mort'?
death
life
light
water
Which of the following words is NOT derived from the root word 'Mors/Mort'?
morbid
mortal
immortal
happy
What is the definition of the root word 'Nomen'?
Number
Name
Place
Time
Which of the following words is derived from the root word 'Nomen'?
Nomenclature
Nominate
Nominal
All of the above
Fill in the blank: The word 'nominate' means to ______ someone for a position or honor.
name
ignore
criticize
remove
Which sentence correctly uses a word derived from the root 'Nomen'?
He was nominated to the U.S. Senate.
She was running quickly.
The weather is cold today.
They built a new house.
The root word 'Nomen' means 'name'.
True
False
What is the definition of the word 'claim' as a noun?
Someone’s position on a topic or issue; central idea of an argument
A type of animal
A question asked in class
A place to sit
Fill in the blank: Mark made a _____ that dogs are better than cats for many different reasons that he said he could prove.
claim
recipe
drawing
invitation
Which of the following is a synonym for 'claim'?
question
assertion
answer
doubt
Which of the following is an antonym for 'claim'?
assertion
declaration
question
statement
What is the definition of the word 'rebuttal'?
The act of supporting an argument
The act of refuting by offering a contrary contention or argument
The act of agreeing with someone
The act of confirming a statement
Which of the following is a synonym for 'rebuttal'?
Confirmation
Countering
Agreeing
Acceptance
Fill in the blank: The word 'rebuttal' means the act of _______ by offering a contrary contention or argument.
refuting
agreeing
ignoring
accepting
What is the definition of the word 'evidence'?
facts, statistics, personal experiences, statements by experts; supports the reasons and ultimately a claim being made
a summary of the main idea of a text
the moral or lesson learned from a story
a list of characters in a story
What is an antonym for 'evidence'?
disprove
proof
fact
indication
What is the definition of the word 'conclusion'?
An ending that revisits a claim with a persuasive closing statement.
A statement that introduces a new topic.
A question that remains unanswered.
A summary of unrelated facts.
Which of the following is an example sentence using the word 'conclusion'?
The audience would listen to both arguments before they made their own conclusions about the dogs vs. cats debate.
The conclusion was the beginning of the story.
She started her essay with a conclusion.
Fill in the blank: An antonym for 'conclusion' is _______.
beginning or start
summary
ending
result
What is the definition of the word 'memoir'? Fill in the blank: A memoir is a narrative, written from the perspective of the author, about an important part of their _____
life
book
city
career
Which of the following is an example of a memoir?
A science textbook
Night by Elie Wiesel
A dictionary
A cookbook
Which of the following is NOT a synonym for 'memoir'?
account
history
record
fiction
What are the synonyms of the word 'memoir'?
account, history, record
table, chair, lamp
river, mountain, valley
apple, orange, banana
What is the definition of the word 'utilize'?
to use something in an effective way
to ignore something completely
to destroy something intentionally
to create something from nothing
to sell something for profit
Which sentence uses the word 'utilize' correctly?
A) Maria utilized the old, torn dress to make a beautiful prom dress that amazed everyone.
B) Maria utilized her shoes by throwing them away.
C) Maria utilized the car by never driving it.
D) Maria utilized the book by hiding it under her bed.
Fill in the blank: Synonyms for 'utilize' are ________, use, take advantage of.
employ
ignore
waste
avoid
Fill in the blank: An antonym for 'utilize' is ________.
misuse
employ
apply
use
What is the definition of the word 'external'? Definition: ________ (Fill in the blank)
coming or derived from a source outside the subject affected.
existing only within the mind of the subject.
relating to something that is hidden or secret.
originating from within the subject itself.
Which of the following is an example sentence using the word 'external'?
The attorney brought an external informant separate from the witness list that would prove that the accused robbed the store.
The internal report was kept confidential.
The dog barked loudly at the stranger.
She enjoyed reading books in her free time.
Which of the following is a synonym for 'external'?
internal
inside
outer
within
Which of the following is an antonym for 'external'?
exterior
outer
internal
outside
What is the definition of the word 'Statistic'?
facts which are obtained from analyzing information expressed in numbers, for example information about the number of times that something happens.
a type of mathematical equation used to solve algebraic problems.
a literary device used to compare two different things.
a scientific law that explains the behavior of gases.
Which of the following is an example sentence using the word 'Statistic'?
Official statistics show wages declining by 24% in just one year.
The cat jumped over the fence.
She loves to read books every night.
Which of the following is NOT a synonym of 'Statistic'?
data
stats
figures
fabrication
Fill in the blank with an antonym of 'Statistic': Antonym: ________
abstract
fabrication
lie
truth
What is the definition of irony? Fill in the blank: Irony is a ______ between what is expected and what actually happens.
contrast
similarity
agreement
combination
Which of the following is an example of irony?
The Jews of Sighet are told they are being 'resettled' for safety but are actually being deported to Auschwitz.
The Jews of Sighet are given food and shelter for safety.
The Jews of Sighet are allowed to stay in their homes safely.
The Jews of Sighet are sent to a vacation camp.
According to the diagram, irony is the contrast between:
What is said or done and reality or what is expected
What is said or done and what is heard
What is expected and what is wanted
What is done and what is needed
What is the definition of 'Allusion'?
A direct statement about a character
A reference to another text, event, or figure (often Biblical or historical)
A type of metaphor
A form of exaggeration
Fill in the blank: The sentence, “With all of this rain, we’ll need an ark to get to school!” alludes to the story of ________ from the Bible.
Noah's Ark
David and Goliath
Moses and the Red Sea
Jonah and the Whale
What is the definition of a motif?
A recurring idea, symbol, or element that helps develop a theme.
A character who opposes the protagonist.
The time and place in which a story occurs.
A type of figurative language involving exaggeration.
Which of the following best describes a motif?
The overall meaning or message of a work
A recurring idea, symbol, or element that helps develop a theme
The main character in a story
The setting of a story
What is the definition of 'Juxtaposition'?
Placing two similar ideas together to show their similarities.
Placing two contrasting ideas or images side by side to emphasize differences.
Mixing two colors to create a new shade.
Repeating the same word for emphasis.
Fill in the blank: The act of placing two contrasting ideas or images side by side to emphasize differences is called _________.
Juxtaposition
Metaphor
Alliteration
Hyperbole
Which of the following is an example of juxtaposition?
The cat sat on the mat.
One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind.
The sun rises in the east.
Water is wet.
Look at the image showing a tree with green grass on one side and dry, cracked earth on the other. What concept does this image represent?
Metaphor
Juxtaposition
Simile
Hyperbole
What does the symbol 'wedding ring' commonly represent?
love, commitment
wealth, prosperity
adventure, excitement
freedom, independence
What do 'cross bones' commonly represent?
death, danger
good luck
wealth, prosperity
friendship
What does the symbol 'sunrise' commonly represent?
new start, beginning
end of a journey
danger or warning
loss and grief
What is the definition of characterization? Fill in the blank: Characterization is how an author develops characters through ________, dialogue, and description.
actions
settings
themes
plots
