Ninth Grade Vocabulary Review

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Match the meaning with the base word or prefix andn suffix

Ninth Grade Vocabulary Review - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    Urb

    • Pertaining to, like

    • Contrary, opposite

    • Warlike

    • City

    Correct Answer
    A. City
    Explanation
    The word "urb" is derived from the Latin word "urbs" which means city. Therefore, the correct answer is city.

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  • 3. 

    Dys-

    • Bad, disordered, difficult

    • Light

    • Warlilke

    • State, condition of

    Correct Answer
    A. Bad, disordered, difficult
    Explanation
    The prefix "dys-" means bad, disordered, or difficult. It is used to indicate something that is not functioning properly or is abnormal.

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  • 4. 

    The night sky was luminous from the moonlight.What does luminous mean?

    • Starlike

    • Black

    • Very dark

    • Filled with light

    Correct Answer
    A. Filled with light
    Explanation
    Luminous means filled with light. In this context, it refers to the night sky being bright and illuminated by the moonlight.

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  • 5. 

    Ego

    • Light

    • I

    • State, condition

    • Law, right

    Correct Answer
    A. I
  • 6. 

    Counter-

    • Before, in front of

    • Contrary, opposite

    • To believe, to trust

    • To lead

    Correct Answer
    A. Contrary, opposite
    Explanation
    The word "counter-" is a prefix that means "contrary" or "opposite". It is used to indicate something that is opposite or contrary to another thing. In this context, "counter-" is used to show a contrast or opposition. Therefore, the correct answer is "contrary, opposite".

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  • 7. 

    Belli

    • Warlike

    • I

    • City

    • Law, right

    Correct Answer
    A. Warlike
  • 8. 

    Jud, jur, jus

    • State, pertaining to

    • Bad, disordered, difficult

    • Law, right

    • Contrary, opposite

    Correct Answer
    A. Law, right
    Explanation
    The given answer "law, right" is correct because the root words "jud, jur, jus" are associated with the concept of law and right. These roots are commonly found in words related to legal matters, such as "judicial" and "justice". They indicate the idea of fairness, legality, and the system of rules and regulations that govern society. Therefore, "law, right" accurately represents the meaning of the root words provided.

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    Ante-

    • Light

    • To do, to make

    • Before, in front of

    • State, condition of

    Correct Answer
    A. Before, in front of
    Explanation
    The prefix "ante-" is derived from Latin and it means "before" or "in front of". It is used to indicate something that comes before or precedes something else in time or position. In this context, "ante-light" would refer to a light that is positioned or placed in front of something. Similarly, "ante-" can also be used to indicate a previous state or condition of something.

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  • 10. 

    Bellicose hocky players always seem to spend more time fighting than playing.What does bellicose mean?

    • Very good

    • Inclined to start fights

    • Timid

    • Losing

    Correct Answer
    A. Inclined to start fights
    Explanation
    Bellicose means inclined to start fights or engage in aggressive behavior. In the given context, it suggests that hockey players who are bellicose tend to spend more time fighting with opponents rather than focusing on playing the game. The word "bellicose" implies a combative and aggressive nature, which is evident in the behavior of these hockey players.

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    Because he had dyslexia, he struggles with reading.What does dyslexia mean?

    • Doesn't like to read

    • Blind, hard to see

    • Watering of the eyes

    • A reading disability; difficult to read

    Correct Answer
    A. A reading disability; difficult to read
    Explanation
    Dyslexia is a condition characterized by difficulty in reading and interpreting words, letters, and symbols. People with dyslexia often struggle with reading, as their brains process written language differently. This reading disability can make it challenging for individuals with dyslexia to comprehend and decode written information accurately. Therefore, the correct answer is "a reading disability; difficult to read."

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  • 12. 

    Duc/duct

    • To lead

    • To do, to make

    • Contrary, opposite

    • City

    Correct Answer
    A. To lead
    Explanation
    The word "duc/duct" can be derived from the Latin root "ducere," which means "to lead." Therefore, the correct answer for this question is "to lead."

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  • 13. 

    Luc/lum

    • Light

    • Bad, disordered, difficult

    • Before, in front of

    • State, condition

    Correct Answer
    A. Light
    Explanation
    The given options "bad, disordered, difficult", "before, in front of", and "state, condition" do not provide a suitable explanation for the word "luc/lum". However, the word "light" accurately represents the meaning of "luc/lum". "Light" refers to brightness or illumination, which aligns with the root word "luc/lum". Therefore, the correct answer is "light".

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  • 14. 

    -hood

    • Prtaining to, like

    • State, condition of

    • To do, to make

    • Light

    Correct Answer
    A. State, condition of
    Explanation
    The suffix "-hood" is used to indicate the state or condition of something. It is added to a noun to form a new noun that describes the state or quality associated with the original noun. For example, "childhood" refers to the state or period of being a child. Similarly, "neighborhood" describes the condition or state of living in a particular area or community. Therefore, the correct answer is "state, condition of."

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  • 15. 

    I asked the man to please wait in the anteroom.What is an anteroom?

    • A room behind the main room.

    • A room in front of the main room

    • A room below the main room

    • A room above the main room

    Correct Answer
    A. A room in front of the main room
    Explanation
    An anteroom is a room that is located in front of the main room. It serves as an entrance or waiting area before entering the main room.

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    Fac

    • Law, right

    • State, condition of

    • Before, in front of

    • To do, to make

    Correct Answer
    A. To do, to make
    Explanation
    The word "fac" is derived from the Latin word "facere" which means "to do" or "to make". This is the correct answer because it accurately represents the meaning of "fac" in Latin. The other options do not accurately represent the meaning of "fac" and are therefore incorrect.

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