Greek/Latin #6 (pre-, post-)

What does PREMONITION mean?

• to put something off until a later time

• early warning about a future event

• something that happens after someone dies

• an example that sets a standard for future events

Which of the following is a good way to PREVENT an accident?

• Look both ways before crossing the street

• Stick a fork into the wall outlet

• Ride your bike without using your handlebars

• Carry stuff down steps so you can't see where you're going

What does PRELUDE mean?

• an example that sets a standard for future events

• the act of presenting something as a fact

• first in rank or degree

• introductory action, event or performance

When the teacher allows you to chew gum, it sets a _______that the behavior will be OK in the future

• precedent

• postulate

• postpone

• premier

What does PREMIER mean?

• something that happens after someone dies

• to put something off until a later time

• to keep something from happening; to make impossible

• first in rank or degree

Which of the following would NOT be a welcome gift for POSTERITY?

• correcting global warming

• a recording of the first moon landing

• a cure for cancer

• prices of goods and services continue to rise

What does POSTHUMOUS mean?

• to assume or present as a fact

• something that happens after someone dies

• an example that sets a standard for future events

• introductory action, event or performance

What might you POSTPONE because it hurts your gums?

• eating ice cream

• whistling a tune

• getting your teeth cleaned

• licking your teeth with your tongue

An example of a PRECEDENT is:

• a teacher wears gloves in class for warmth, and students do the same

• a student wears mismatched Crocs, and a few students gossip about it

• the principal gives detention to students who run in the halls

• the custodians lock the bathroom for a week while it is being repaired

What does POSTMORTEM mean?

• something that happens after someone dies

• early warning about a future event

• a medical examination of a dead body

• to keep something from happening