Building Vocabulary: Word Roots, Affixes, and Reference Materials

Question 1

Based on the list of word parts, what is the best definition of the word autobiographical?

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A: "related to writing about one's own life"

Question 2

Based on the list of word roots, what is the correct spelling of a word that means "a vehicle that moves by itself"?

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C: automobile

Question 3

Review the word roots on the left. Which sentences use the underlined word correctly? Check all that apply.

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B: Having a cold affects one’s sense of smell.; D: My cat can sense when a storm is coming.; E: Can I borrow sixty cents for bus fare?

Question 4

Review the list of word parts. Which sentence uses the underlined word correctly?

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A: A short film will precede the discussion.

Question 5

Review the word root on the left. What is the best definition of the word chronic in the sentence below?Johanna has a chronic cough.

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B: long-lasting

Question 6

Which sentence uses the underlined word correctly?

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B: Frank and Alice make sure to compliment their triplets for good behavior.

Building Vocabulary: Word Roots, Affixes, and Reference Materials Answers