Day 18: Word Work: Roots - path, quer/quir/ques/quis, scend, voc

What is the definition of "psychopath"?

• A person with a chronic mental disorder with abnormal or violent social behavior

• The ability to communicate thoughts directly from one mind to another

• A person who is always asking questions

• A person who is always complaining

What does "telepathy" mean?

• The ability to move objects with the mind

• The ability to communicate thoughts directly from one mind to another

• The study of distant planets

• The art of speaking in public

Which of the following best defines "querulous"?

• Full of complaints

• Full of questions

• Full of energy

• Full of joy

What is the meaning of "descend"?

• To move upward

• To move downward

• To stay still

• To move sideways

What does "transcend" mean?

• To go beyond the limits

• To fall below the standard

• To remain constant

• To move in circles

What is the definition of "vocation"?

• A hobby or pastime

• A person's employment or main occupation

• A vacation or holiday

• A type of education

What does "vociferous" mean?

• Quiet and reserved

• Loud and noisy

• Calm and peaceful

• Soft and gentle

Identify the root word in "psychopath."

• path

• psycho

• patho

• psy

Identify the root word in "telepathy."

• tele

• pathy

• telep

• path

Use "querulous" correctly in a sentence.

• The querulous child was praised for his patience.

• The querulous customer complained about the service.

• The querulous dog barked happily.

• The querulous teacher was very quiet.