WorksheetsWord Study: Unit 3 Test
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 15mins
Which word part means 'self'?
auto- (prefix)
hypo- (prefix)
epi- (prefix)
hyper- (prefix)
What is the meaning of the root 'puls'?
push, drive
hang
law, swear
time
Match each word part to its correct meaning or function.
pend (root)
hang
hypo- (prefix)
under
chron (root)
time
epi- (prefix)
upon
Which word describes someone who has been doing a job or activity for only a short time and is not experienced at it?
Novice
Chronology
Epiphany
Jurisdiction
What is the meaning of the word 'hyperbole'?
When someone exaggerates something for effect, making it sound much bigger, better, worse, or more extreme than it really is.
A strong and often difficult-to-control urge to do something.
A moment of sudden insight or understanding.
A record of the times and the order in which a series of past events took place.
What does the word 'novice' mean as used in the passage about the hikers at Mount Aluja?
Someone who is new to an activity and lacks experience
Someone who is highly skilled and experienced
Someone who is afraid of trying new things
Someone who leads a group in outdoor activities
Which action best demonstrates the hikers' fortitude during the emergency at Mount Aluja?
Sticking together and waiting calmly for help despite anxiety
Panicking and running away from the group
Ignoring the guide's warning and refusing to bundle up
Making rash decisions without thinking clearly
Which vocabulary word best describes Chiara's way of making decisions for Libi, as described in the passage?
Autocratic
Epiphany
Jurisdiction
Hyperbole
Based on the passage, what does Libi realize about her ability to make choices?
She has the power to make her own choices and does not have to let Chiara control her life.
She must always follow Chiara's decisions to keep their friendship.
She should ignore her mother's advice and do what she wants.
She cannot change her situation and must accept things as they are.
Which word is formed by combining the prefix 'epi-' with the root 'center' to describe the point on the Earth's surface directly above where an earthquake originates?
Epicenter
Epicentral location far beneath the ocean
Earthquake center
Epiquake
Read the following sentence: 'Maria wrote a(n) _______ to share the story of her childhood and the challenges she overcame to become a successful artist.' Which word best completes the sentence?
autobiography
autochronicle of her life
biography
autopend
Which of the following best describes the meaning of the word 'chronology'?
The order in which events happen over time.
A type of poem that uses the letters of a word to start each line.
A way to exaggerate for effect in writing.
A sudden realization or 'aha' moment.
Which line from the acrostic poem about 'fortitude' best shows the idea of persistence?
Facing challenges but backing backing down when they are too hard
Understanding that persistence helps
Just do something else if it's too hard
Trying only when it's easy
Match each hyperbole to its correct meaning or situation. Select the best answer for each pair.
I'm so hungry I could eat a horse.
I'm starving and need food immediately.
It took me forever to finish my math assignment.
It felt like an eternity to complete.
He's as quick as a cheetah!
He's extremely fast.
This backpack weighs a ton!
This backpack is incredibly heavy.
I'm so tired I could sleep for a week.
I'm completely exhausted and need rest.
Which of the following correctly breaks down the word 'compulsion' into its syllables and matches each syllable to its rule?
com/pul/sion; Syllable 1: short sound, closed syllable; Syllable 2: short sound, closed syllable; Syllable 3: vowel team
com/pul/sion; Syllable 1: long sound, open syllable; Syllable 2: short sound, closed syllable; Syllable 3: consonant-le
com/pul/sion; Syllable 1: short sound, open syllable; Syllable 2: long sound, closed syllable; Syllable 3: vowel-consonant-e
com/pul/sion; Syllable 1: short sound, closed syllable; Syllable 2: long sound, open syllable; Syllable 3: vowel team
A word has an odd number of total syllables that include an even number of open syllables. It is also associated with cold temperatures. Which word fits this description?
pendulum
autocratic
hypothermia
jurisdiction
What does the prefix 'hypo-' mean?
state or quality
under
upon
around
What does the root 'chron' mean?
time
law
power
change
In the sentence, 'She didn’t realize the magnitude of the project until she saw how much work was left,' what does the word 'magnitude' most likely mean?
the state of how big the project is
the speed at which the project needs to be finished
a description of how fun the project is
the type of project she is working on
In the sentence, 'The student's expulsion was a result of repeatedly breaking the rules, despite several warnings from the principal,' what does the word 'expulsion' most likely mean?
The student was given multiple detentions.
The student was temporarily suspended from school for a few days.
The student was permanently pushed out of (removed from) the school.
The student was required to stay in at recess.
