English I - Classic Origins Review Test Lessons 1-6

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Aqu(a)

    • Art; skill; craft
    • Water
    • Mind; feeling; life; heart
    • Great
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This 'English I - Classic Origins Review Test Lessons 1-6' assesses understanding of root words. It covers roots like 'Cent' (hundred) and 'Vid, Vis' (to see), essential for enhancing vocabulary and comprehension skills in English.

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Flor

    • Flower

    • Year

    • To mix

    • To go; to yield

    Correct Answer
    A. Flower
    Explanation
    The root word "Flor" is derived from Latin and means "flower". This is evident from the fact that "flower" is the only option that directly relates to the root word. The other options, "year", "to mix", and "to go; to yield" do not have any connection to the root word "Flor".

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  • 3. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Sex(t)

    • Three

    • Fifth

    • Five

    • Six; sixth

    Correct Answer
    A. Six; sixth
    Explanation
    The root word "sex(t)" refers to the number six or the position of being sixth. This is evident from the options provided, where "six; sixth" is the correct answer. The word "sex(t)" is derived from the Latin word "sextus," which means sixth.

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  • 4. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Vid, Vis

    • To see

    • To hold

    • To turn

    • Voice; to call

    Correct Answer
    A. To see
    Explanation
    The root word "Vid, Vis" is derived from Latin and it means "to see". This can be inferred from the fact that "vid, vis" is related to words like "vision" and "visual", which both pertain to the sense of sight. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word is "to see".

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  • 5. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Semi

    • All

    • Half; partly

    • Alone

    • Whole

    Correct Answer
    A. Half; partly
    Explanation
    The root word "semi" means "half; partly." This can be seen in words like "semicircle" (half of a circle) or "semifinal" (partly final). It indicates that something is not complete or whole, but rather only a portion or fraction of it.

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  • 6. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Art(ert)

    • To swear; law

    • To do; to make

    • Art; skill; craft

    • To lead

    Correct Answer
    A. Art; skill; craft
    Explanation
    The correct definition for the root word "Art(ert)" is "art; skill; craft". This definition refers to the ability or talent to create or produce something, often in a creative or artistic manner. It encompasses a wide range of artistic disciplines such as painting, sculpture, music, dance, and more.

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  • 7. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Mult

    • Well; good

    • Equal; even

    • Great

    • Many

    Correct Answer
    A. Many
    Explanation
    The root word "mult" means many. This can be understood by looking at the options provided. "Many" is the only option that accurately defines the root word "mult".

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  • 8. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Mort

    • Death

    • Life

    • Bad

    • Old

    Correct Answer
    A. Death
    Explanation
    The root word "mort" is derived from Latin and it means "death". This can be seen in words like "mortal" which refers to something that is subject to death, and "mortician" which is a person who prepares bodies for burial or cremation.

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  • 9. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Lev

    • Year

    • Flower

    • To lift; light (in weight)

    • To mix

    Correct Answer
    A. To lift; light (in weight)
    Explanation
    The correct definition for the root word "Lev" is "to lift; light (in weight)". This is because "Lev" is derived from the Latin word "levare" which means "to lift" or "to make light". It is also related to the word "levis" which means "light in weight". Therefore, the correct answer is "to lift; light (in weight)".

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  • 10. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Uni

    • One

    • Two

    • Three

    • Four

    Correct Answer
    A. One
    Explanation
    The root word "uni" means "one". It is derived from the Latin word "unus" which also means "one". This root word is commonly used in English to indicate singularity or oneness. For example, words like "unicycle" (a vehicle with one wheel), "unicorn" (a mythical creature with one horn), and "unilateral" (a decision made by one party) all contain the root word "uni" to convey the meaning of "one".

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  • 11. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Omn(i)

    • Hundred

    • Thousand

    • Half; partly

    • All

    Correct Answer
    A. All
    Explanation
    The root word "omn(i)" means "all". It is derived from the Latin word "omnis" which also means "all". This root is commonly used in words like "omniscient" (knowing everything) and "omnipotent" (having unlimited power). Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "omn(i)" is "all".

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  • 12. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Jur

    • Head

    • To swear; law

    • To lead

    • Water

    Correct Answer
    A. To swear; law
    Explanation
    The root word "Jur" is derived from Latin and it means "to swear; law". This can be seen in words like "jury" which refers to a group of people sworn to give a verdict in a court of law, and "jurisdiction" which refers to the power or authority to interpret and apply the law. The word "Jur" is closely associated with legal matters and the act of taking an oath or making a solemn declaration.

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  • 13. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Equ

    • Flock; herd

    • Water

    • Head

    • Equal; even

    Correct Answer
    A. Equal; even
    Explanation
    The root word "Equ" is derived from the Latin word "aequus," which means "equal" or "even." This root word is commonly used in words like "equilibrium" (a state of balance), "equation" (a mathematical statement of equality), and "equator" (an imaginary line that divides the Earth into northern and southern hemispheres, creating equal day and night). Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Equ" is "equal; even."

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Tri

    • Three

    • Third

    • Four

    • Fourth

    Correct Answer
    A. Three
    Explanation
    The root word "Tri" means three. This can be seen in words like tricycle (a vehicle with three wheels), triangle (a shape with three sides), and trilingual (able to speak three languages). Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Tri" is three.

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Sacr, (Secr) (Ecr)

    • To feel; to think

    • Wave

    • Foot

    • Sacred; holy

    Correct Answer
    A. Sacred; holy
    Explanation
    The root word "Sacr, (Secr) (Ecr)" is derived from Latin and it means "sacred; holy". This can be inferred from the fact that the word "sacred" is directly related to the root word "Sacr" and shares a similar meaning. Therefore, "sacred; holy" is the correct definition for the root word.

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Verb

    • Sacred; holy

    • Like; same

    • Way; road

    • Word; verb

    Correct Answer
    A. Word; verb
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "word; verb" because a verb is a type of word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being. It is a part of speech that typically describes what a subject does or experiences. Therefore, the definition "word; verb" accurately explains the meaning of the root word "verb."

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  • 17. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Grad, Gress

    • Voice; to call

    • To hold

    • To step; to go

    • To see

    Correct Answer
    A. To step; to go
    Explanation
    The root word "Grad, Gress" refers to the action of stepping or going. This can be seen in words like "progress" which means to move forward, and "regress" which means to move backward. The root word does not have any connection to voice, holding, or seeing.

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Greg

    • Flock; heard

    • To lead

    • To say

    • Equal; even

    Correct Answer
    A. Flock; heard
    Explanation
    The root word "Greg" is derived from the Latin word "gregis" which means "flock" or "heard". This root word is commonly used in words like "congregate" which means to come together in a group or "gregarious" which means sociable or fond of being in a group. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Greg" is "flock; heard".

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Anim

    • Mind; feeling; life; heart

    • Well; good

    • Art; skill; craft

    • Equal; even

    Correct Answer
    A. Mind; feeling; life; heart
    Explanation
    The root word "anim" is derived from Latin and it means mind, feeling, life, or heart. This can be seen in words such as "animate" (to give life to), "animosity" (strong hostility), and "animal" (a living organism). The other options, well, good, art, skill, craft, and equal, even, do not accurately capture the meaning of the root word "anim".

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  • 20. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Ced, Cess

    • To bear, to carry

    • To go, to yield

    • To cry out

    • To mix

    Correct Answer
    A. To go, to yield
    Explanation
    The root word "Ced, Cess" is derived from Latin and it means "to go, to yield". This can be understood by looking at words that contain this root, such as "proceed" which means to go forward, or "recess" which means to yield or step back. Therefore, the correct definition for this root word is "to go, to yield".

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  • 21. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Mal(e), Malign

    • Alone

    • Bad

    • Death

    • Holy

    Correct Answer
    A. Bad
    Explanation
    The root word "mal(e), malign" refers to something negative or harmful. In this context, "bad" is the correct definition for the root word. It signifies that the word derived from this root has a negative or unfavorable connotation.

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  • 22. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Voc

    • To twist

    • To see

    • To draw tight

    • Voice; to call

    Correct Answer
    A. Voice; to call
    Explanation
    The root word "Voc" refers to voice and the act of calling. This can be inferred from the options provided, as "to twist," "to see," and "to draw tight" do not relate to the concept of voice or calling. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Voc" is "voice; to call."

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  • 23. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Octav

    • Eighth

    • Eight

    • Ten

    • Tenth

    Correct Answer
    A. Eighth
    Explanation
    The root word "Octav" is derived from the Latin word "octavus" which means "eighth". Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Octav" is "eighth".

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  • 24. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Sol

    • Death

    • Bad

    • Alone

    • All

    Correct Answer
    A. Alone
    Explanation
    The root word "sol" refers to being alone or solitary. It does not mean death, bad, or all.

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  • 25. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Bi(n)

    • Third

    • Three

    • Two

    • Twice

    Correct Answer
    A. Two
    Explanation
    The root word "bi(n)" means two. This can be seen in words like "bicycle" (a vehicle with two wheels) and "bilateral" (involving two sides). It is different from "three" (meaning 3), "twice" (meaning two times), and "third" (meaning the position following the second).

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  • 26. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Tempor

    • Like; same

    • Time

    • Word; verb

    • Thin

    Correct Answer
    A. Time
    Explanation
    The root word "tempor" refers to time. This can be seen in words like "temporary" or "temporal" which both relate to a specific period of time. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "tempor" is time.

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  • 27. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Pung, Punct, (Poign) (Pug)

    • Like; same

    • To feel; to think

    • To prick; to point

    • Sacred; holy

    Correct Answer
    A. To prick; to point
    Explanation
    The root word "Pung, Punct, (Poign) (Pug)" refers to the action of pricking or pointing. This can be inferred from the definitions provided for the answer options. The other options do not align with the meaning of the root word.

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  • 28. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Ann(u), Enn(i)

    • Year

    • Heart

    • Flower

    • To cry out

    Correct Answer
    A. Year
    Explanation
    The root word "Ann(u), Enn(i)" refers to the concept of "year". This can be inferred from the fact that the other options - heart, flower, and to cry out - do not have any association with the concept of time or duration. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word is "year".

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  • 29. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Ped

    • Thin

    • Wave

    • Foot

    • Time

    Correct Answer
    A. Foot
    Explanation
    The root word "Ped" refers to "foot". This can be inferred from the fact that "ped" is derived from the Latin word "pes" which means "foot". Therefore, the correct definition for "Ped" is "foot".

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  • 30. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Sent, Sens

    • To feel; to think

    • To wish

    • To follow

    • To clear

    Correct Answer
    A. To feel; to think
    Explanation
    The root word "Sent, Sens" refers to the action of feeling or thinking. This can be inferred from the fact that the word "sentire" in Latin means "to feel" or "to perceive", and "sensus" means "sense" or "feeling". Therefore, the correct definition for this root word is "to feel; to think".

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  • 31. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Simil; Simul

    • To feel; to think

    • To look

    • To clear

    • Like; same

    Correct Answer
    A. Like; same
    Explanation
    The root word "Simil; Simul" means "like; same". This can be inferred from the fact that the word "similar" is derived from this root, which means having qualities in common or being alike. Therefore, the correct definition for this root word is "like; same".

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  • 32. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Sen

    • Old

    • Death

    • Holy

    • Bad

    Correct Answer
    A. Old
    Explanation
    The root word "Sen" refers to something that is old. This can be inferred from the fact that the word "senior" is derived from this root, which means someone who is older or more experienced. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Sen" is "old".

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  • 33. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Torqu, Tort

    • To hold

    • To turn

    • To twist

    • To see

    Correct Answer
    A. To twist
    Explanation
    The root word "Torqu, Tort" is derived from Latin and it means "to twist". This can be seen in words like "torque" which refers to a twisting force, and "contort" which means to twist or bend out of shape. Therefore, "to twist" is the correct definition for this root word.

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  • 34. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Turb

    • To look

    • To feel; to think

    • To follow

    • To disturb

    Correct Answer
    A. To disturb
    Explanation
    The correct definition for the root word "Turb" is "to disturb." This can be inferred from the fact that the root word is used to form words like "disturb" and "turmoil," which both imply a sense of disruption or agitation. Therefore, "to disturb" is the most appropriate definition for the root word "Turb."

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  • 35. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Vert, Vers

    • To turn

    • All

    • Alone

    • Holy

    Correct Answer
    A. To turn
    Explanation
    The root word "Vert, Vers" means "to turn." This can be inferred from the fact that the word "vert" is derived from the Latin word "vertere" which means "to turn." Therefore, the correct definition for the root word is "to turn."

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  • 36. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Oct

    • Seventh

    • Seven

    • Eight

    • Eighth

    Correct Answer
    A. Eight
    Explanation
    The root word "Oct" refers to the number eight. This is evident from the fact that the word "Oct" is derived from the Latin word "octo" which means eight. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Oct" is eight.

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  • 37. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Du

    • Two; twice

    • Two

    • Third

    • Three

    Correct Answer
    A. Two; twice
    Explanation
    The root word "du" means "two" or "twice". This can be inferred from the options provided, as "two; twice" is the only option that directly relates to the meaning of the root word. The other options, "third" and "three", do not match the meaning of the root word. Therefore, "two; twice" is the correct definition for the root word "du".

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  • 38. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Novem

    • Tenth

    • Seven

    • Nine

    • Eighth

    Correct Answer
    A. Nine
    Explanation
    The root word "Novem" is derived from Latin and means "nine". This can be inferred from the fact that "novem" is the Latin word for "nine". Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Novem" is "nine".

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  • 39. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: String, Strict, (Strain)

    • To hold

    • To twist

    • To step; to go

    • To draw tight

    Correct Answer
    A. To draw tight
    Explanation
    The correct definition for the root word "Strain" is "to draw tight". This means that when something is strained, it is being pulled or stretched tightly. This definition aligns with the meaning of the root word and its usage in various contexts.

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  • 40. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Septim

    • Eight

    • Eighth

    • Seventh

    • Seven

    Correct Answer
    A. Seventh
    Explanation
    The root word "Septim" is derived from the Latin word "septem" which means "seven". Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Septim" is "seventh".

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  • 41. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Capit,Cipit (Creps)

    • Head

    • To lead

    • To swear;law

    • Mind; feeling; life; heart

    Correct Answer
    A. Head
    Explanation
    The root word "Capit, Cipit (Creps)" refers to the concept of "head." This can be inferred from the fact that all the other options do not directly relate to the concept of head. "To lead" may be associated with the concept of leadership or guidance, but it is not specifically related to the physical head. "To swear; law" and "mind; feeling; life; heart" are also unrelated to the concept of head. Therefore, "head" is the correct definition for the root word.

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  • 42. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Bene

    • Many

    • Great

    • Well; good

    • Equal; even

    Correct Answer
    A. Well; good
    Explanation
    The root word "Bene" is derived from Latin and it means "well; good". This can be seen in words like "beneficial" which means something that is advantageous or helpful, and "benevolent" which refers to someone who is kind and generous. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Bene" is "well; good".

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  • 43. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Misc

    • To bear; to carry

    • To cry out

    • To lift; light (in weight)

    • To mix

    Correct Answer
    A. To mix
    Explanation
    The correct definition for the root word "Misc" is "to mix". This word root refers to the action of combining or blending different elements together. It does not mean to bear or carry, cry out, or lift or be light in weight.

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Deci, Decim

    • Ten

    • Tenth

    • Thousand

    • Hundred

    Correct Answer
    A. Tenth
    Explanation
    The root word "Deci, Decim" refers to the concept of "ten" or "tenth". This is evident from the word "tenth" which directly relates to the root word. The other options, such as "ten thousand" and "hundred", do not accurately represent the meaning of the root word. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word is "tenth".

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Grand

    • Equal; even

    • Well; good

    • Many

    • Great

    Correct Answer
    A. Great
    Explanation
    The word "grand" is defined as something impressive or magnificent in size, extent, or importance. It is often used to describe something that is large or impressive in a positive way. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "grand" is "great", as it accurately captures the meaning of the word.

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Magn

    • Many

    • Well; good

    • Great

    • Death

    Correct Answer
    A. Great
    Explanation
    The root word "Magn" is derived from the Latin word "magnus" which means "great." Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Magn" is "great."

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Fac (fic), Fact (fect) (fy)

    • Well; good

    • To say

    • To do; to make

    • Water

    Correct Answer
    A. To do; to make
    Explanation
    The root word "Fac (fic), Fact (fect) (fy)" refers to the action of doing or making something. This can be inferred from the options given, where "to do; to make" is the only choice that aligns with the meaning of the root word. The other options, such as "well; good" and "to say," do not accurately represent the meaning of the root word. Therefore, "to do; to make" is the correct definition.

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  • 48. 

    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Terti

    • Four

    • Fourth

    • Third

    • Three

    Correct Answer
    A. Third
    Explanation
    The root word "Terti" is derived from the Latin word "tertius" which means "third". Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Terti" is "third".

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    Choose the correct definition for the root word: Sanct

    • Old

    • Bad

    • Holy

    • Half; partly

    Correct Answer
    A. Holy
    Explanation
    The root word "Sanct" is derived from the Latin word "sanctus" which means holy or sacred. Therefore, the correct definition for the root word "Sanct" is "holy".

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