WorksheetsGreek and Latin Roots
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
Match the vocabulary word to its definition. Match each definition to the correct word.
showing no interest, emotion, or concern
apathy
comparable in value, meaning, or function
equivalent
to be considered believable or trustworthy
credible
to strengthen something by adding support
reinforce
a tryout in which someone is listened to or evaluated
audition
Match the vocabulary word to its definition. Match each definition to the correct word.
based on facts, data, statistics, or reasonable thinking
logical
to say what will happen before it occurs
predict
fair treatment based on laws or moral principles
justice
to publicly support or speak up for a cause or person
advocate
to stubbornly oppose someone or something
contrary
Select the sentence that shows how it could be used in a persuasive speech, essay, or advertisement. Which sentence uses the word credible appropriately in a persuasive context?
The credible brochure listed sources to prove its claims about recycling.
The credible backpack had enough zippers for all my books.
She painted a credible picture using only blue paint.
We walked a credible trail through the woods for hours.
Select the sentence that shows how it could be used in a persuasive speech, essay, or advertisement. Which sentence uses the word predict appropriately in a persuasive context?
Experts predict that the new policy will reduce traffic by 20 percent.
He predict the homework was easy after school ended.
The predict shoes made my feet feel faster during the race.
Our picnic blanket was predict and colorful.
Part 2: Choose five words from Part 1. For each word, select the sentence that shows how it could be used in a persuasive speech, essay, or advertisement. Which sentence uses the word justice appropriately in a persuasive context?
We demand justice so every student is treated fairly by the rules.
Justice sneakers come in many bright colors for spring.
The cake tasted justice after it cooled in the fridge.
She watered the plants with justice every afternoon.
Select the sentence that shows how it could be used in a persuasive speech, essay, or advertisement. Which sentence uses the word reinforce appropriately in a persuasive context?
Use evidence to reinforce your position and convince the audience.
The reinforce cat napped on the windowsill all day.
I wore reinforce to the party because it might rain.
The song was reinforce and hummed by everyone.
Select the sentence that shows how it could be used in a persuasive speech, essay, or advertisement. Which sentence uses the word advocate appropriately in a persuasive context?
As an advocate, she urged the council to fund after-school programs.
The advocate sandwich came with extra lettuce and tomato.
He advocate the couch by placing it near the window.
We found an advocate shell washed up on the beach.
What does the root "aud" mean?
hear or listen
trust or believe
against or opposition
same or fair
What does the root "equ" mean?
same or fair
feeling or suffering
hear or listen
say or speak
What does the root "re" mean?
again
fair
trust
listen
