Exploring the Root Word 'Tract'

What is the meaning of the root word "tract" in the word "attract"?

• To push

• To pull

• To hold

• To break

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following words contains a root that means "to pull"?

• Contract

• Construct

• Conduct

• Conclude

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Identify the meaning of the root word "tract" in the word "detract."

• To add

• To pull away

• To build

• To break

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Which of the following words uses the root "tract" correctly to mean "to pull together"?

• Retract

• Extract

• Contract

• Attract

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Using your knowledge of roots, what does the word "distract" most likely mean?

• To focus

• To pull away attention

• To build up

• To break apart

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

If "tract" means "to pull," what does the word "tractor" most likely refer to?

• A device that pushes

• A device that pulls

• A device that holds

• A device that breaks

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Analyze the word "protract" using your knowledge of roots. What does it mean?

• To shorten

• To lengthen or extend

• To break apart

• To build up

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Given the root "tract" means "to pull," what does the word "retract" most likely mean?

• To pull back

• To push forward

• To hold steady

• To break apart

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

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• extracted
• distracted
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