Exploring Word Roots and Meanings

Which word means "fear of open spaces"?

• Hydrophobia

• Agoraphobia

• Dyslexia

• Antonym

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

If "astro" means star, which of the following words is related to the study of stars?

• Astrology

• Hydration

• Dysfunction

• Factory

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.4.6

Which prefix would you use to describe something that is "against" or "opposite"?

• Bene

• Contra

• Hypo

• Jud

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

Identify the root word in "psychology" and explain its meaning.

• Psych; mind

• Morph; form

• Therm; heat

• Scrib; write

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

Which of the following words uses the root "bene" and means "a person who gives help"?

• Benefactor

• Beneficial

• Misjudge

• Hypothermia

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

Plan a short story where a character overcomes their fear of water. Use the root "hydr" in your explanation.

• The character learns to swim and becomes a hydration expert.

• The character avoids water and stays dehydrated.

• The character becomes a factory worker.

• The character studies astronomy.

Tags

CCSS.W.4.2A

CCSS.W.4.3A

CCSS.W.4.3B

Which word means "to write quickly and carelessly"?

• Scribble

• Projector

• Synonym

• Metamorphosis

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4A

Explain how the root "ject" is used in the word "projector" and what it means.

• Ject means throw; a projector throws images onto a screen.

• Ject means write; a projector writes on paper.

• Ject means heat; a projector heats up a room.

• Ject means water; a projector sprays water.

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

Using the root "therm," create a plan for a science experiment that involves measuring temperature.

• Measure the temperature of water as it heats and cools.

• Write a story about a thermometer.

• Draw a picture of a thermometer.

• List different types of thermometers.

Which word means "a name that means the same as another word"?

• Synonym

• Antonym

• Misanthrope

• Dyslexia

Tags

CCSS.L.4.3A