1.
What is the best definition of the word spherical?
Correct Answer
B. Round
Explanation
B. The root word spher means “ball-like,” so spherical means round. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
2.
Which of the following root words means old?
Correct Answer
D. Veter
Explanation
D. The root veter means “old” as in the word veteran. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
3.
What is the best definition of the word endotherm?
Correct Answer
D. A warm-blooded animal
Explanation
D. The root word therm means “heat, or warm,” so endotherm is a warm-blooded animal. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
4.
Which of the following suffixes means more?
Correct Answer
A. –er
Explanation
A. The suffix that means “more” is -er as in the word warmer. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
5.
Which of the following root words means truth?
Correct Answer
B. Ver
Explanation
B. The root that means “truth” is ver as in the word verify. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
6.
Which of the following prefixes means false?
Correct Answer
D. Pseudo-
Explanation
D. The prefix that means “false” is pseudo- as in the word pseudonym. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
7.
The use of the prefix tri- in the word tripod indicates what about a stand?
Correct Answer
C. It has 3 legs
Explanation
C. The prefix tri- means “three,” so a tripod would be a stand with 3 legs. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
8.
Fallible most nearly means capable of
Correct Answer
B. Making errors
Explanation
B. The root word fal means “false,” and the suffix -ible means able to, so fallible means capable of making errors. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
9.
Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence.
The man studies extraterrestrial beings. What kind of beings does the man study?
Correct Answer
A. Ones that are not of this earth
Explanation
A. The root word terr means “earth,” and the prefix extra- means “beyond,” so, extraterrestrial beings are ones that are not of this earth. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
10.
What is the best definition of the word synchronize?
Correct Answer
D. To cause to occur at the same time
Explanation
D. The root syn means “same,” and chron means “time,” so to synchronize means to cause to occur at the same time. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
11.
Which of the following suffixes means younger or inferior?
Correct Answer
A. –ling
Explanation
A. The suffix that means “younger or inferior” is -ling as in duckling. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
12.
Which of the following root words means self?
Correct Answer
D. Auto
Explanation
D. The root that means “self” is auto as in the word autobiography. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
13.
Which of the following prefixes means between?
Correct Answer
B. Intra-
Explanation
B. The prefix that means “between” is intra- as in the word intramural. See Lesson: Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes.
14.
Select the word from the following sentence that has more than one meaning.
Phillip watched excitedly as the racecars sped around the track.
Correct Answer
D. Track
Explanation
D. The word “track” has more than one meaning. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
15.
Select the correct definition of the underlined word that has multiple meanings in the sentence.
The loud crack of thunder frightened the children.
Correct Answer
B. Bang
Explanation
B. The meaning of crack in the context of this sentence is “a sudden sharp and loud noise.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
16.
Select the context clue from the following sentence that helps you define the multiple meaning word court.
The emperor’s court was a dedicated group that accompanied him on many of his excursions.
Correct Answer
B. “group”
Explanation
B. The meaning of court in this context is “a royal household or entourage.” The phrase “group” helps you figure out which meaning of court is being used. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
17.
Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence based on the context clues.
According to Greek mythology, Zeus is an omnipotent god who has the power to do just about anything he wants to mortals and other gods.
Correct Answer
A. Almighty
Explanation
A. The meaning of omnipotent in the context of this sentence is “almighty.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
18.
Select the context clue from the following sentence that helps you define the word ornate.
The silverware at the dinner party was quite ornate, and people admired the detail in the candlelight.
Correct Answer
C. “detail”
Explanation
C. The meaning of ornate in this context is “highly decorated.” The phrase “detail” helps you figure out the meaning of ornate. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
19.
Select the word from the following sentence that has more than one meaning.
The excited parents spent a lot of time decorating their newborn’s nursery.
Correct Answer
D. Nursery
Explanation
D. The word “nursery” has more than one meaning. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
20.
Select the correct definition of the underlined word that has multiple meanings in the sentence.
Juanita was excited that her newly published book received a glowing review.
Correct Answer
A. Critique
Explanation
A. The meaning of review in the context of this sentence is “critique.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
21.
Select the context clue from the following sentence that helps you define the multiple meaning word spring.
As a child, Kerry would always spring out of bed to see what present her parents left her on the kitchen table.
Correct Answer
B. “out of”
Explanation
B. The meaning of spring in this context is “to move or jump quickly upward and forward.” The phrase “out of” helps you figure out which meaning of spring is being used. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
22.
Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence based on the context clues.
Toddlers can be quite petulant and when they don’t get their way, often resorting to tears and tantrums.
Correct Answer
C. Irritable
Explanation
C. The meaning of petulant in the context of this sentence is “irritable.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
23.
Select the context clue from the following sentence that helps you define the word prohibit.
In the 1920s, the government decided to prohibit alcohol, and people were forbidden to drink at home or in public places.
Correct Answer
B. “forbidden”
Explanation
B. The meaning of prohibit in this context is “outlaw.” The word “forbidden” helps you figure out the meaning of prohibit. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
24.
Select the word from the following sentence that has more than one meaning.
Since the young boy was a minor, he was not allowed to watch the R-rated movie.
Correct Answer
B. Minor
Explanation
B. The word “minor” has more than one meaning. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
25.
Select the correct definition of the underlined word that has more than one meaning in the sentence.
The television was not receiving a signal, so the family could not watch the Academy Awards.
Correct Answer
D. An electrical impulse
Explanation
D. The meaning of signal in the context of this sentence is “an electrical impulse.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
26.
Select the context clue from the following sentence that helps you define the multiple meaning word jerk.
I have such contempt for my brother when he acts like a jerk in front of my friends.
Correct Answer
A. “contempt”
Explanation
A. The meaning of jerk in this context is “obnoxious.” The phrase “contempt” helps you figure out which meaning of jerk is being used. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
27.
Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence based on the context clues.
The high school English teacher was known to scorn those who did not use proper grammar.
Correct Answer
A. Deride
Explanation
A. The meaning of scorn in the context of this sentence is “deride.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
28.
Select the context clue from the following sentence that helps you define the word ubiquitous.
Cell phones are ubiquitous these days and are commonly seen in even the most remote parts of the world.
Correct Answer
B. “commonly seen”
Explanation
B. The meaning of ubiquitous in this context is “being everywhere at once.” The phrase “commonly seen” helps you figure out the meaning of ubiquitous. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
29.
Select the word from the following sentence that has more than one meaning.
Sheldon is a master chess player who competes in tournaments all over the world.
Correct Answer
A. Master
Explanation
A. The word “master” has more than one meaning. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
30.
Select the correct definition of the underlined word that has more than one meaning in the sentence.
Molly went into the gas station to see if they would break a twenty- dollar bill.
Correct Answer
C. Get change
Explanation
C. The meaning of break in the context of this sentence is “get change.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
31.
Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence based on the context clues.
The flowers began to flourish after getting plenty of sunshine and water.
Correct Answer
B. Grow
Explanation
B. The meaning of flourish in the context of this sentence is “grow.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
32.
Select the context clue from the following sentence that helps you define the multiple meaning word scale.
The criminals tried to scale a fence, but they got stuck and ended up getting nabbed by the police.
Correct Answer
B. “fence”
Explanation
B. The meaning of scale in this context is “to climb.” The word “fence” help you figure out which meaning of scale is being used. See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
33.
Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence based on the context clues.
Stanley was pleasantly surprised when he saw the interest his savings account had earned over the years.
Correct Answer
A. Profit
Explanation
A. The meaning of interest in the context of this sentence is “profit.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
34.
Select the meaning of the underlined word in the sentence based on the context clues.
The woman was hired because she was competent, having successfully tackled many IT problems at her previous job.
Correct Answer
A. Skilled
Explanation
A. The meaning of competent in the context of this sentence is “skilled.” See Lesson: Context Clues and Multiple Meaning Words.
35.
Which of the following root words means “hearing”?
Correct Answer
C. Audi
Explanation
C. The root word that means “hearing” is “audi.” See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
36.
In this sentence the root indicates that the doctor will surgically repair which body part?
The surgeon was getting ready to perform an osteoplasty.
Correct Answer
A. A bone
Explanation
A. “Osteo” refers to the “bones” so the surgeon was going to operate on the patient’s bone. See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
37.
Based on your knowledge of medical roots, prefixes, and suffixes, which of the following words means the study and treatment of tumors?
Correct Answer
B. Oncology
Explanation
B. “Oncology” is the study and treatment of tumors. See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
38.
Which of the following suffixes means “weakness?”
Correct Answer
A. –asthenia
Explanation
A. The suffix –asthenia means “weakness.” See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
39.
Based on your knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes what is a hysterectomy?
Correct Answer
B. Removal of the uterus
Explanation
B. The word “hysterectomy” means “removal of the uterus” because “hyster” pertains to a womb and “ectomy” means “removal of.” See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
40.
Adding which of the following suffixes to pelvi- ,from the word pelvis, would show that the pelvis’s dimensions are being measured?
Correct Answer
D. –metry
Explanation
D. Adding the suffix “metry” meaning “measuring” would make the word “pelvimetry,” or taking measurements of the pelvis. See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
41.
Look at the following sentence.
The young boy had a pulmonary issue and had to be seen by the doctor right away.
What kind of issue was the boy having?
Correct Answer
B. An issue with his lungs
Explanation
B. A “pulmonary” issue would be one involving the lungs. See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
42.
Read the following sentence.
After surgery, the patient began to experience rhinalgia and needed pain medication.
What part of the patient’s body was hurting?
Correct Answer
C. The nose
Explanation
C. “Rhin” pertains to the nose, so the patient’s nose was hurting. See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
43.
Which suffix would you affix to the word “tracheo” to complete the following sentence?
The surgeon needed to perform a tracheo ____ to create an opening in the trachea so the patient could breathe.
Correct Answer
D. –stomy
Explanation
D. The suffix “stomy” would make the word “tracheostomy” to complete the sentence. See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
44.
Which of the following words means “treatment with water” for conditions like arthritis or paralysis?
Correct Answer
D. Hydrotherapy
Explanation
D. “Hydrotherapy” means “treatment with water.” See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
45.
Which of the following root words means “sugar?”
Correct Answer
B. Glyc
Explanation
B. The root word that means sugar” is “glyc.” See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
46.
In this sentence the root indicates that the patient has inflammation of which body part?
The patient was suffering from encephalitis.
Correct Answer
D. Brain
Explanation
D. “Encephal” refers to the “brain,” so the patient was suffering from inflammation of the brain. See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
47.
Based on your knowledge of medical roots, prefixes, and suffixes, which of the following words means the study of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas?
Correct Answer
B. Hepatology
Explanation
B. “Hepatology” is the study of the liver, gallbladder, and pancreas. See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
48.
Which of the following suffixes means “causing?”
Correct Answer
A. –genic
Explanation
A. The suffix –genic means “causing ” as in the word “carcinogenic,” which means “cancer causing.” See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
49.
Based on your knowledge of roots, prefixes, and suffixes what is a neuroplasty?
Correct Answer
D. The surgical repair of a nerve
Explanation
D. The word “neuroplasty” means the surgical repair of a nerve because “neuro” means “nerve” and “plasty” means “surgical repair of.” See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.
50.
Adding which of the following prefixes to natal would describe the time and events surrounding a birth, or approximately a few weeks before and after it?
Correct Answer
C. Peri-
Explanation
C. Adding the prefix “peri” meaning “surrounding” would make the word “perinatal,” or the word describing the time and events surrounding both before and after a birth. See Lesson: Domain Specific Words Medical Terminology.