Greek Roots

Greek Roots

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English

6th - 7th Grade

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The video tutorial explains how many English words are derived from Greek roots, focusing on three key roots: 'chrono', 'dem', and 'path'. 'Chrono' relates to time, 'dem' to people, and 'path' to feelings. Understanding these roots can help decipher the meanings of unfamiliar words, enhancing vocabulary skills.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary origin of many English words?

French and German roots

Greek and Latin roots

Russian and Chinese roots

Spanish and Italian roots

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Greek root is associated with the concept of time?

Geo

Chrono

Path

Dem

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the word 'chronicle' primarily relate to?

A type of music

A list of names

A written account of events through time

A collection of stories

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

The Greek root 'dem' is related to which of the following?

Feelings

People

Nature

Time

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What common theme do words with the Greek root 'path' share?

They involve numbers

They describe a type of journey

They relate to feelings

They are about animals