Stem List 3

Question 1

Meter

Answer 1

Measure

Barometer: an instrument used to determine the weight or pressure of the atmosphere.

Question 2

Cide

Answer 2

Kill
Pesticide: any substance used to kill, repel, or control certain forms of plants or animal life that are considered to be a pest.

Question 3

Mega

Answer 3

Large

Megaphone: a funnel shape device used to amplify and direct the voice.

Question 4

Per

Answer 4

Through

Perspicuous: clearly expressed or easily understood

Question 5

Extra

Answer 5

Beyond

Extraordinary: very unusual or remarkable.

Question 6

Trams

Answer 6

Across

Transition: the process or period of changing from one state or condition to another.

Question 7

Con

Answer 7

Together

Connotation: an idea or meaning that a word makes you think about in addition to the meaning.

Question 8

Cap

Answer 8

Take

Capture: to take into one’s possession or control by force.

Question 9

Spec

Answer 9

Look

Spectacle: a visually striking performance or display.

Question 10

Mur

Answer 10

Wall

Intramural: within the walls