Exploring Word Roots and Meanings

What does the root "hyper" mean?

• Under

• Over

• Around

• Before

What is the meaning of the root "luna"?

• Sun

• Star

• Moon

• Light

Which root means "eight"?

• Octa

• Contra

• Gyro

• Hyper

What does the root "gyro" mean?

• Light

• Turn

• Against

• Over

Which root means "against"?

• Luna

• Octa

• Contra

• Hyper

Identify the root in the word "octagon".

• Luna

• Octa

• Gyro

• Contra

Identify the root in the word "gyroscope".

• Hyper

• Luna

• Gyro

• Contra

Use the word "hyperactive" in a sentence.

• The hyperactive child sat quietly in the corner.

• The hyperactive child was full of energy and couldn't sit still.

• The hyperactive child was very sleepy.

• The hyperactive child was very calm.

Use the word "lunar" in a sentence.

• The lunar eclipse was visible last night.

• The lunar eclipse was a type of solar event.

• The lunar eclipse was a type of star.

• The lunar eclipse was a type of planet.

Use the word "octopus" in a sentence.

• The octopus has eight legs.

• The octopus has six legs.

• The octopus has four legs.

• The octopus has two legs.