Morphemes - set 1

What does the root "Astro" mean in the word "astronomy"?

• Earth

• Star

• Water

• Fire

Which of the following words means "good" or "well" due to its root?

• Benefactor

• Malfunction

• Contradict

• Antisocial

The prefix "Contra" or "Counter" in the word "contradict" means:

• With

• Against

• Before

• After

What does the prefix "Anti" mean in the word "antibiotic"?

• For

• Against

• Before

• After

The prefix "Dys" in the word "dysfunctional" suggests:

• Good

• Bad

• Equal

• Over

The root "Fac" in the word "factory" means:

• To make or do

• To break

• To write

• To speak

What does the root "Hydr" mean in the word "hydrate"?

• Fire

• Water

• Earth

• Air

The prefix "Hypo" in the word "hypothermia" means:

• Above

• Below

• Equal

• Around

The root "Ject" in the word "eject" means:

• To throw

• To hold

• To build

• To break

What does the root "Jud" mean in the word "judgment"?

• Law

• Light

• Sound

• Time