Lesson 7: Root Words Flashcards
What does the root word ‘port’ mean?
To carry
What does the root word ‘rupt’ mean?
To break
What does the root word ‘spect’ mean?
To look
What does the root word ‘dict’ mean?
To say
What does the root word ‘form’ mean?
To shape
What does the root word ‘ject’ mean?
To throw
What does the root word ‘scribe’ mean?
To write
What does the root word ‘struct’ mean?
To build
What does the root word ‘graph’ mean?
To write or draw
What does the root word ‘cred’ mean?
To believe
What does the root word ‘cycle’ mean?
Circle, wheel
What does the root word ‘photo’ mean?
Light
What does the root word ‘meter’ mean?
Measure
What does the root word ‘tele’ mean?
Far, distance
What does the root word ‘aqua’ mean?
Water
What does the root word ‘phon’ mean?
Sound
What does the root word ‘astro’ mean?
Star
What does the root word ‘bio’ mean?
Life
What does the root word ‘geo’ mean?
Earth
What does the root word ‘therm’ mean?
Heat
Which word contains the root ‘struct’: construct or connect?
Construct
Which word contains the root ‘graph’: autograph or gratitude?
Autograph
Which word contains the root ‘port’: transport or training?
Transport
Which word contains the root ‘cred’: incredible or peaceful?
Incredible