Question

In the word chronology, "ology" is which of the following?

a. a suffix
b. prefix
c. a root word
d. a base word
Answer
What is the purpose of etymology?

a. to explain the meaning of a word.
b. to understand how sounds are produced in a language.
c. to learn how to spell a word correctly.
d. to tell how a word has changed or evolved.
Answer
which is the best definition for the word mortuary, keeping in mind that the prefix mort- means "death"?

a. a rebirth
b. a tomb
c. a parting gift
d. a time of mourning
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In the word "chronology," "ology" is:

a. a suffix

It is used to denote a field of study or science.
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The purpose of etymology is:

d. to tell how a word has changed or evolved.

Etymology involves studying the origin of words and how their meanings and forms have developed over time.
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The best definition for the word "mortuary," keeping in mind that the prefix "mort-" means "death," is:

b. a tomb.

A mortuary is a place where dead bodies are kept, typically for the purpose of preparation for burial or cremation.