Root Words And Their Meanings

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    Telepathic

    • Reminding one of a previous event
    • Communication of feelings from one mind to another by extrasensory means
    • Oozing or trickling through a permeable substance
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  • 2. 

    Maternal

    • Of or relating to mother

    • Of or relating to brothers

    • Of or relating to sister

    Correct Answer
    A. Of or relating to mother
    Explanation
    The word "maternal" means "of or relating to mother." It is used to describe things that are characteristic of or related to a mother, such as maternal instincts or maternal love. This word specifically refers to the mother and her role or qualities, rather than anything related to brothers or sisters.

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  • 3. 

    For #6-10, choose the definition that goes best with the word:manipulate

    • to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner

    • to cut off or permanently destroy a limb

    • Coming to an end or capable of ending

    Correct Answer
    A. to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
    Explanation
    The word "manipulate" means to treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner. This definition implies that manipulating something involves using physical or mechanical techniques in a skilled and controlled manner. It does not involve cutting off or destroying a limb, nor does it refer to something coming to an end or capable of ending.

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    Epilogue

    • Describing a hanging object

    • Dealing with blood

    • Concluding words of a book

    Correct Answer
    A. Concluding words of a book
    Explanation
    The word "epilogue" refers to the concluding words of a book. It is a section that comes after the main story or plot and provides closure or additional information to the reader. It often summarizes the events of the story, reflects on the themes or messages conveyed, or offers a glimpse into the future of the characters. In this context, the word does not relate to describing a hanging object or dealing with blood.

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  • 5. 

    The police put ________________on Anthony to keep his hands behind his back.

    • Manacles

    • Cadavers

    • Hemostat

    • Pendants

    Correct Answer
    A. Manacles
    Explanation
    Manacles are a type of restraining device used by the police to keep a person's hands behind their back. They are typically metal handcuffs or shackles that are locked around the wrists or ankles. In this context, manacles would be the most appropriate word to complete the sentence, as it conveys the idea of restraining Anthony's hands. Cadavers refers to dead bodies, hemostat is a surgical tool used to control bleeding, and pendants are decorative items worn around the neck.

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  • 6. 

    After falling into the toxic chemicals, Tommy ____________into a creature that was part human and part rhinoceros.

    • Mutated

    • Ejected

    • Progressed

    • Minimalized

    Correct Answer
    A. Mutated
    Explanation
    After falling into the toxic chemicals, Tommy experienced a transformation in his genetic makeup, resulting in him becoming a hybrid creature with characteristics of both a human and a rhinoceros. This process of genetic alteration is commonly referred to as mutation.

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  • 7. 

    exterritorial

    • Dealing with blood

    • Resulting in an unhappy conclusion

    • Existing outside an area of land

    Correct Answer
    A. Existing outside an area of land
    Explanation
    The word "exterritorial" refers to something that exists outside an area of land. This means that it is not confined or limited to a specific territory or geographical location. It is important to note that the other options provided in the question, such as "dealing with blood" and "resulting in an unhappy conclusion," are unrelated to the meaning of "exterritorial" and can be eliminated as incorrect choices.

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  • 8. 

    Elucidate

    • To provide a clear picture/understanding

    • To create a feeling of safety

    • To result in an unsatisfactory ending

    Correct Answer
    A. To provide a clear picture/understanding
    Explanation
    The word "elucidate" means to provide a clear picture or understanding. When someone elucidates something, they make it easier to comprehend by explaining it in a clear and concise manner. This word does not relate to creating a feeling of safety or resulting in an unsatisfactory ending.

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  • 9. 

    When I published my novel, I used a _____________so that the Paparazzi would not know my real name and "hunt" me down like a dog.

    • Altimeter

    • Hemoglobin

    • Prologue

    • Pseudonym

    Correct Answer
    A. Pseudonym
    Explanation
    The correct answer is pseudonym. A pseudonym is a fictitious name used by an author to conceal their real identity. In this context, the author used a pseudonym when publishing their novel to prevent the Paparazzi from discovering their true name and harassing them.

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  • 10. 

    Evacuant

    • An item used to choose the correct response

    • An ingredient used to empty one's system

    • An answer to a difficult situation

    Correct Answer
    A. An ingredient used to empty one's system
    Explanation
    The term "evacuant" refers to something that is used to empty one's system. This suggests that it is an ingredient or substance that helps in the process of eliminating waste or toxins from the body. The other options, such as choosing the correct response or providing an answer to a difficult situation, do not align with the definition of "evacuant" as a substance used for bodily cleansing.

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  • 11. 

    _______________is the best way to avoid divorce.

    • Minimalization

    • Monogamy

    • Progression

    • Fraternity

    Correct Answer
    A. Monogamy
    Explanation
    Monogamy is the best way to avoid divorce because it refers to the practice of being married to only one person at a time. By committing to a monogamous relationship, individuals are more likely to prioritize their marriage and work towards resolving conflicts instead of seeking alternatives or engaging in infidelity. Monogamy promotes trust, emotional connection, and long-term commitment, which are essential for a stable and lasting marriage, ultimately reducing the likelihood of divorce.

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  • 12. 

    Assimilate

    • To create a small amount

    • To delay in doing

    • To make similar

    Correct Answer
    A. To make similar
    Explanation
    Assimilate means to make similar or to bring into similarity. This means that when you assimilate something, you are making it similar to something else, often by incorporating or adopting certain characteristics or traits.

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  • 13. 

    Students ask Mrs. Faulk for advice because she is so much more ____________than Mr. C. or Mr. Buckles.

    • Legitimate

    • Fraternal

    • Sophisticated

    • Terrestrial

    Correct Answer
    A. Sophisticated
    Explanation
    Students ask Mrs. Faulk for advice because she is so much more sophisticated than Mr. C. or Mr. Buckles. Mrs. Faulk is likely knowledgeable, cultured, and refined, making her a reliable source of guidance and wisdom. Her sophistication sets her apart from the other individuals mentioned, making her the preferred choice for seeking advice.

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    Dissimilate

    • To move away from something else

    • To feel safe from harm

    • To make different than something else

    Correct Answer
    A. To make different than something else
    Explanation
    The word "dissimilate" means to make different than something else. It suggests the act of creating a distinction or contrast between two or more things. It implies a process of changing or altering something in order to make it distinct or separate from something else.

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    Tactility

    • To have the ability to feel what others are feeling

    • To have the abiltiy to understand by touching

    • To have the ability to sense how things operate

    Correct Answer
    A. To have the abiltiy to understand by touching
    Explanation
    Tactility refers to the ability to understand by touching. This means that individuals who possess tactility can gain information and knowledge about objects or surfaces through the sense of touch. It involves perceiving texture, temperature, shape, and other physical qualities by physically interacting with the object or surface. Tactility allows individuals to gather information and comprehend their surroundings through the sense of touch, enhancing their understanding and perception of the world around them.

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