Match the root or affix with its meaning

Question

-ic
omni-
-ive
ultra-

Answer 1

Here are the matches for the roots and affixes with their meanings:

• -ic: relating to, characterized by
• omni-: all, everywhere
• -ive: having the nature of, tending to
• ultra-: beyond, extreme

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Answer 2

Which word has a prefix that means "against"?(1 point)
Responses

distend
distend

contradict
contradict

excoriate
excoriate

abnormal

Answer 3

The word that has a prefix meaning "against" is contradict. The prefix "contra-" means "against."

Answer 4

Which word is a synonym for kindly? Use reference materials as needed. (1 point)
Responses

beguiled
beguiled

belated
belated

benevolent
benevolent

benighted

Answer 5

The word that is a synonym for "kindly" is benevolent. Benevolent means showing kindness or goodwill.

Answer 6

Roger had always admired his aunt's altruism, for she gave money to anyone in need.

Based on the context clues, which word is the best definition for the word in italics?

(1 point)
Responses

wealth
wealth

patience
patience

generosity
generosity

selfishness
selfishness

Answer 7

Based on the context clues, the best definition for the word "altruism" is generosity. Altruism refers to the selfless concern for the well-being of others, often expressed through generous actions such as giving money to those in need.

Answer 8

Jill feared that the weeks she had to spend off her feet would cause her skills to atrophy, but when she could practice again she found that her soccer skills remained as good as ever.

Based on the context, which is the most likely meaning of atrophy?

(1 point)
Responses

improve
improve

return
return

unite
unite

weaken

Answer 9

Based on the context, the most likely meaning of "atrophy" is weaken. Atrophy refers to the gradual decline in effectiveness or vigor due to underuse or neglect, which aligns with Jill's fear about her skills suffering during her time off.

Answer 10

Which meaning defines the word subterranean?(1 point)
Responses

frightening
frightening

acting as a replacement
acting as a replacement

having both land and water
having both land and water

below ground

Answer 11

The meaning that defines the word subterranean is below ground. Subterranean refers to something that exists, occurs, or is situated beneath the surface of the earth.