Why is it important to study Greek and Latin roots?

Exploring the Importance of Greek & Latin Roots

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Sophia Harris
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To learn new languages
To improve spelling, vocabulary, and reading comprehension
To understand ancient cultures
To write better essays
2.
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What percentage of English words are derived from Greek or Latin origins?
30%
80%
50%
60%
3.
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In which fields are 90% of the words derived from Greek and Latin origins?
Politics and Law
Science, Technology, and Medical fields
Arts and Literature
Sports and Recreation
4.
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What is a root word?
A word that comes at the end of a sentence
A piece of a word that has meaning and is the most basic part of a word
A word that has no meaning
A word that is always used alone
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the Latin root 'jet' mean?
Run
Throw
Jump
Fly
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What is the difference between a prefix and a suffix?
A prefix comes at the end of a word, and a suffix comes at the beginning
A prefix changes the meaning of a word, while a suffix does not
A prefix is always longer than a suffix
A prefix comes at the beginning of a word, and a suffix comes at the end
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What does the root word 'bi' mean in Greek?
Three
Four
One
Two
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