Greek Root Words - Unit 1: Just Add Water

What is the meaning of the root word hydro/hydr?

• water

• fire

• to say

• power

What is the meaning of the root word aqua/aqu?

• land

• arid

• air

• water

What is the meaning of the root word mar/mer?

• sea

• water

• air

• earth

to lose water or moisture; to become dry

• hydrate

• dehydrate

• hydrant

• hydroelectric

Choose two words that best explain or define the word hydroelectric.

• energy

• gas

• ocean

• power

Choose two words that explain or define the word aquatic.

• mountains

• pool

• ocean

• desert

The boats were bobbing up and down in the _____________.

• marina
• marine

• aquifer

• hydrant

True or False? Deserts are usually located in maritime regions.

• TRUE

• FALSE

You should never park in front of a _______ in case there is a fire and emergency crews need to get to it.

an underground layer of rock that water continually moves through

• aquarium

• aquatic

• marine

• aquifer