Para

What is the meaning of the prefix 'para-' in the word 'parachute'?

• Above

• Beside

• Against

• Through

Which of the following words uses 'para-' to mean 'beside'?

• Paralegal

• Paradox

• Paralyze

• Paragon

In the sentence 'The paramedic arrived quickly,' what does 'paramedic' mean?

• A doctor

• A nurse

• A medical assistant

• A medical professional who provides emergency care

Identify the correct sentence:

• The paralegal and the lawyer works together.

• The paralegal and the lawyer work together.

• The paralegal and the lawyer working together.

• The paralegal and the lawyer worked together.

What is the function of 'para-' in the word 'paraphrase'?

• To indicate similarity

• To indicate opposition

• To indicate support

• To indicate a summary

Which sentence uses 'para-' correctly?

• She wore a paracoat to stay warm.

• He used a paracord for climbing.

• They enjoyed a paraview of the city.

• The paracar was fast.

What does 'paradox' mean?

• A statement that seems contradictory but may be true

• A type of medical condition

• A type of legal assistant

• A type of parachute

Choose the sentence that correctly uses 'paralyze':

• The loud noise paralyzed the crowd.

• The loud noise para the crowd.

• The loud noise paralyzes the crowd.

• The loud noise paralyzing the crowd.

What is the role of 'para-' in the word 'paranormal'?

• To indicate normalcy

• To indicate beyond or outside

• To indicate similarity

• To indicate opposition

Which of the following is a correct use of 'parapet'?

• He leaned over the parapet to see the view.

• She used a parapet to write her notes.

• They cooked dinner on the parapet.

• The parapet was a type of fruit.