English Quiz: Can You Identify The Root Word?

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English Quiz: Can You Identify The Root Word? - Quiz

Can you identify the Root Word in this English quiz? A lot of words can be formed through a few letters, and these are known as the root words. In the quiz below, you will be expected to test how well you can identify root words and what they mean. Give it a shot and be sure to share the quiz with your friends.


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    FALL/FALS

    • A.

      CIRLCE

    • B.

      AWAY

    • C.

      BEFORE

    • D.

      TO DECEIVE TO BE NOT TRUTHFUL

    Correct Answer
    D. TO DECEIVE TO BE NOT TRUTHFUL
    Explanation
    The given answer "TO DECEIVE TO BE NOT TRUTHFUL" accurately describes the meaning of the word "FALL/FALS". It implies that the word refers to the act of deceiving or being untruthful.

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  • 2. 

    CYCL

    • A.

      RENTANGLE

    • B.

      SQUARE

    • C.

      TRIAGLE

    • D.

      CIRCLE

    Correct Answer
    D. CIRCLE
    Explanation
    The given words are all shapes, and the correct answer "CIRCLE" fits this pattern as well.

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  • 3. 

    NEG

    • A.

      NEG

    • B.

      NO

    • C.

      BAD

    • D.

      TO DENY NOT

    Correct Answer
    D. TO DENY NOT
  • 4. 

    A/AN

    • A.

      AND

    • B.

      NOT WITHOUT

    • C.

      WITHOUT

    • D.

      NOT AND

    Correct Answer
    B. NOT WITHOUT
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "NOT WITHOUT" because it implies that something is necessary or cannot be done or achieved unless a certain condition or requirement is met. It emphasizes the importance or dependence on the condition being present.

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  • 5. 

    AB/ABS

    • A.

      FROM AWAY

    • B.

      ABS

    • C.

      BODY WORKOUT

    • D.

      AWAY

    Correct Answer
    A. FROM AWAY
    Explanation
    The given answer "FROM AWAY" is the only phrase that appears in the given text. The other phrases "AB/ABS", "BODY WORKOUT", and "ABS" do not match any part of the text. Therefore, "FROM AWAY" is the correct answer.

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  • 6. 

    AC/AD/AF

    • A.

      AF

    • B.

      AD

    • C.

      AC

    • D.

      TO TOWARD AGAINST

    Correct Answer
    D. TO TOWARD AGAINST
    Explanation
    The given answer "TO TOWARD AGAINST" is the correct answer because it matches the pattern of the given sequence "AC/AD/AF". Each term in the sequence starts with the letters "AC", followed by a different letter in the alphabet. The letters "TO", "TOWARD", and "AGAINST" all follow this pattern, making them the correct continuation of the sequence.

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  • 7. 

    ANTE/ANTI

    • A.

      AFTER

    • B.

      BEFORE AFTER

    • C.

      BEFORE PREVIOUS

    • D.

      AFTER BEFORE

    Correct Answer
    C. BEFORE PREVIOUS
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "BEFORE PREVIOUS" because the word "before" means earlier in time or order, and "previous" means occurring or existing before in time or order. Therefore, "before previous" refers to something that happened or existed earlier than the previous event or time.

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  • 8. 

    ANTI

    • A.

      AGAINST OPPOSING

    • B.

      WAR

    • C.

      FOOD

    • D.

      HOUSE

    Correct Answer
    A. AGAINST OPPOSING
    Explanation
    The word "ANTI" is a prefix that means "against" or "opposing." In this context, it is used to indicate a stance or position against something. The word "AGAINST" also means opposing or contrary to something. Therefore, the correct answer is "AGAINST OPPOSING" because it accurately reflects the meaning of the word "ANTI" in relation to the given options.

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  • 9. 

    BENE

    • A.

      BEND

    • B.

      GOOD WELL

    • C.

      METAL

    • D.

      BEN

    Correct Answer
    B. GOOD WELL
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "GOOD WELL" because it is the only phrase that makes sense. The other options are random words or incomplete phrases that do not form a coherent meaning. "GOOD WELL" is a common expression used to convey positive feelings or to describe someone's health or state of being.

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