Cells Unit- STEMs Quiz
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Multi means _________.
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Many
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Some
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Half
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Two
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The 'Cells Unit- Stems Quiz' explores the meaning of various linguistic stems, assessing knowledge in morphology. Questions cover terms like 'uni', 'multi', 'chlor', 'bio', and 'gest', essential for understanding language structure and etymology.
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Which of the following stems mean "green"?
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Spir
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Scope
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Chlor
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Macro
Correct Answer
A. ChlorExplanation
The stem "chlor" means "green" because it is derived from the Greek word "chloros" which means "green". This stem is commonly used in words related to the color green, such as "chlorophyll" which is the pigment responsible for photosynthesis in plants.Rate this question:
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Photo= _______
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Center
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Light
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Carry
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Breathe
Correct Answer
A. LightExplanation
The word "photo" is typically used as a short form of "photograph" which refers to a visual image captured using a camera. In this context, "light" is the most appropriate answer as it is an essential element in photography. Light plays a crucial role in determining the exposure, contrast, and overall quality of a photograph. Without sufficient light, a photo may appear dark or blurry. Therefore, "light" is the most fitting option to complete the given sentence.Rate this question:
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Which of the following stems means "one"?
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Bi
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Uni
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Multi
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Micro
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A. UniExplanation
The stem "uni" means "one".Rate this question:
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Micro= _________
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Large
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Small
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Average
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Extra
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A. SmallExplanation
Micro is a prefix that means small or miniature. In this context, it is used to describe something that is on a small scale or size. Therefore, the correct answer is "small" as it is the word that best fits the meaning of the prefix "micro".Rate this question:
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Biology is the study of __________.
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Light
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Life
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Two
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Molecules
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A. LifeExplanation
Biology is the study of life, encompassing the examination of living organisms and their interactions with their environment. It involves the exploration of various aspects of life, including the structure, function, growth, origin, evolution, and distribution of living organisms. Through the study of biology, scientists gain a deeper understanding of the complexity and diversity of life on Earth, enabling them to make important discoveries and advancements in fields such as medicine, agriculture, and environmental conservation.Rate this question:
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Binomial and bicycle both have the same stem. What does this stem mean?
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Life
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Two
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Look
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One
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A. TwoExplanation
The stem "bi-" in both "binomial" and "bicycle" indicates the number "two." In the case of "binomial," it refers to an algebraic expression with two terms, while in "bicycle," it refers to a vehicle with two wheels. Therefore, the stem "bi-" signifies the concept of "two" in both words.Rate this question:
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Half = ______
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Semi
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Spir
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Gest
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Centri
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A. SemiExplanation
The word "half" means a division of something into two equal parts. The word "semi" also means half or partly. Therefore, "semi" is the correct answer as it is synonymous with "half".Rate this question:
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Which of the following stems means "large"?
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Micro
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Spir
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Multi
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Macro
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A. MacroExplanation
The stem "macro" means "large".Rate this question:
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The stem underlined in the follwing words, means ________? exhale exit
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Out
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Carry
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Leave
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Center
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A. OutExplanation
The underlined stem in the given words, "exhale" and "exit," means "out." This can be inferred from the meaning of these words. "Exhale" means to breathe out, while "exit" means to go out or leave. Additionally, the other words listed such as "carry," "leave," and "center" do not have the same meaning or connotation as "out." Therefore, the correct answer is "out."Rate this question:
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Which of the following words contains a stem meaning "center"?
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Semicircle
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Respiration
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Concentric
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Ingest
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A. ConcentricExplanation
The word "concentric" contains the stem meaning "center". The prefix "con-" means "together" or "with", and the root word "centric" comes from the Latin word "centrum", meaning "center". Therefore, "concentric" refers to something that has a common center or shares a center with something else.Rate this question:
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Gest means __________.
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Center
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Small
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Carry
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Life
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A. CarryExplanation
The word "gest" means to carry or transport something from one place to another. It implies the action of physically moving or holding an object or burden.Rate this question:
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Spir = ________
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Carry
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Exhale
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Light
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Breathe
Correct Answer
A. BreatheExplanation
The word "spir" is most closely associated with the action of breathing. This can be inferred from the other options provided, as they do not have a direct connection to the concept of breathing. "Carry" and "exhale" are related to actions involving movement or release, while "light" refers to brightness or weight. Therefore, "breathe" is the most appropriate choice for completing the word "spir".Rate this question:
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Spir= _________
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Carry
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Center
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Breathe
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Exhale
Correct Answer
A. BreatheExplanation
The word "Spir" is most closely related to the word "breathe" because both words refer to the act of inhaling and exhaling air. "Carry" and "center" do not have a direct connection to "Spir" and "exhale" is related to breathing but does not match the given word. Therefore, "breathe" is the most appropriate answer.Rate this question:
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The stem means "small"
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Bi
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Uni
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Cle
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Spir
Correct Answer
A. CleExplanation
The stem "cle" in the given question means "small". This can be inferred by looking at the options "bi", "uni", and "spir" which do not have the same meaning as "small". However, "cle" is commonly used as a suffix in words like "particle" and "molecule" to indicate something small. Therefore, "cle" is the correct answer as it aligns with the meaning given in the stem.Rate this question:
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