Prefix Quiz #2

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7th Grade
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Madelyn Trucco
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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.
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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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