Worksheet: Vocabulary - Greek/Latin Roots, Affixes

What does the root "nov-" in "innovation" mean?

• Old

• New

• Powerful

• Fast

Answer explanation

The root 'nov-' comes from Latin, meaning 'new'. In 'innovation', it signifies the introduction of something new or a novel idea, making 'New' the correct answer.

The suffix "-ity" in the word "creativity" means "state or quality of."

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The suffix "-ity" denotes a state or quality, as seen in "creativity," which refers to the quality of being creative. Therefore, the statement is true.

Which of the following words contain the root "soci-" (meaning group or companion)?

• Associate

• Socialize

• Solitude

• Society

Answer explanation

The root 'soci-' means group or companion. 'Associate', 'Socialize', and 'Society' all contain this root, indicating a connection to groups or companionship. 'Solitude' does not contain 'soci-' and refers to being alone.

In the word "extroverted," the prefix "extro-" means _______.

• Outside

• Inside

• Above

• Below

Answer explanation

In the word "extroverted," the prefix "extro-" comes from Latin, meaning "outside." This indicates a focus on external interactions, which aligns with the definition of extroversion.

Which of the following is a synonym for "autonomy"?

• Independence

• Creativity

• Conformity

• Social

Answer explanation

The term "autonomy" refers to the ability to make one's own decisions and act independently. Therefore, "independence" is the correct synonym, while "creativity," "conformity," and "social" do not convey the same meaning.

The root "form-" in the word "conformity" relates to shape or structure.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The root 'form-' in 'conformity' indeed relates to shape or structure, as it derives from the Latin 'forma', meaning shape. Therefore, the statement is true.

Which of the following affixes relate to "against" or "opposite"?

• Anti-

• Sub-

• Contra-

• Pro-

Answer explanation

The affixes 'Anti-' and 'Contra-' both mean 'against' or 'opposite'. 'Anti-' is used in words like 'antibiotic', while 'Contra-' appears in terms like 'contradict'. 'Sub-' means 'under' and 'Pro-' means 'for', so they are incorrect.

What is the meaning of the suffix "-ness" in the word "uniqueness"?

• Full of

• Act of

• State or quality of

• Without

Answer explanation

The suffix "-ness" indicates a state or quality of something. In the word "uniqueness," it signifies the quality of being unique, making "State or quality of" the correct choice.

Introspection

1. Conformity

2. Innovation

• 1. Innovation

• Following social standards

• 1. Conformity

• Act of creating something new
  

• Introspection

• Looking inside yourself
  

The root "scrib-" in the word "describe" relates to writing.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The root 'scrib-' comes from Latin, meaning 'to write.' In 'describe,' it indicates the action of writing down or detailing something, making the statement true.