Prefix Quiz #2

Prefix Quiz #2

7th Grade

13 Qs

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Prefix Quiz #2

Prefix Quiz #2

Assessment

Quiz

Science

7th Grade

Medium

NGSS
MS-ESS1-1, HS-ESS1-1, MS-ESS1-2

+4

Standards-aligned

Created by

Madelyn Trucco

Used 15+ times

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13 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What does the prefix "Cosmo-" refer to?

Earth

Universe

Stars

Space

Answer explanation

The prefix 'Cosmo-' comes from the Greek word 'kosmos', meaning 'universe'. It refers to the entirety of existence, including all matter and energy, making 'Universe' the correct choice among the options.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following words means "related to stars"?

Cosmology

Astronomy

Stellar

Extraterrestrial

Answer explanation

The word 'stellar' specifically means 'related to stars'. While 'astronomy' is the study of celestial objects, 'stellar' directly refers to stars themselves, making it the correct choice.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Identify the prefix in the word "extraterrestrial" and explain its meaning.

Extra-, meaning beyond

Terra-, meaning earth

Stell-, meaning star

Astro-, meaning space

Answer explanation

The prefix 'extra-' in 'extraterrestrial' means 'beyond'. It indicates something that exists outside or beyond Earth, which aligns with the term's definition related to beings or phenomena from outside our planet.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following words is associated with the study of the universe?

Astrology

Cosmology

Geology

Biology

Answer explanation

Cosmology is the scientific study of the universe, including its origins, evolution, and eventual fate. In contrast, astrology focuses on celestial influences on human affairs, while geology and biology study the Earth and life, respectively.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

What does the prefix "Astro-" refer to in the word "astronaut"?

Earth

Stars

Space

Universe

Answer explanation

The prefix 'Astro-' comes from the Greek word 'astron', meaning 'star'. However, in 'astronaut', it refers to 'space', as astronauts travel beyond Earth into outer space.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Explain the meaning of the prefix "Terra-" in the word "terrestrial."

Related to stars

Related to earth

Related to space

Related to the universe

Answer explanation

The prefix 'Terra-' comes from Latin, meaning 'earth.' In the word 'terrestrial,' it refers to things related to the earth, distinguishing them from celestial or space-related entities.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following words means "beyond the earth"?

Terrestrial

Extraterrestrial

Stellar

Astronomical

Answer explanation

The term "extraterrestrial" specifically means "beyond the earth," referring to anything that originates outside of our planet. In contrast, "terrestrial" relates to the earth, while "stellar" and "astronomical" pertain to stars and space, respectively.

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