Roots
The root -ology means the study of.
What does biology mean?
the study of living things
Which word has more of a negative connotation?
odor or stench
stench
This punctuation mark used to combine two independent clauses.
semicolon
What type of sentence is this? (simple, compound, complex, compound-complex)
I wanted to read a book, but I fell asleep.
compound
What is the meaning of this figurative language?
It's raining cats and dogs.
It is raining really hard.
The prefix para- means beside or near.
What does the word paramedic mean?
Someone who works along with doctors.
Which word has more of a positive connotation?
energetic or hyperactive
energetic
Is the semicolon used correctly in this sentence?
I have a dog; and a cat.
NO
What type of sentence is this? (simple, compound, complex, compound-complex)
Although I was tired, I finished my homework, and I went to bed early.
What is the meaning of this figurative language?
I've told you a million times!
I have told you a lot.
The root -dent means related to teeth.
What does the word dentist mean?
Someone who takes care of teeth.
Which word has more of a negative connotation?
smile or smirk
smirk
Is the semicolon used correctly in this sentence?
I love summer; the long days make me happy.
YES
What type of sentence is this? (simple, compound, complex, compound-complex)
The dog barked loudly.
Simple
What is the meaning of this figurative language?
The wind whispered through the trees.
The wind is blowing through the trees and is sounds like a human whisper.
The root -phot means light.
What does the word photograph mean?
A picture made with light.
Which word has more of a positive connotation?
stubborn or persistent
persistent
Is the semicolon used correctly in this sentence?
Bring the following items; snacks, drinks, and napkins.
NO
What type of sentence is this? (simple, compound, complex, compound-complex)
Because it was raining, we stayed inside.
Complex
What is the meaning of this figurative language?
Time is a thief.
Time goes quickly almost like someone is stealing it away.
The root -scrib means write.
What does the word manuscript mean?
A handwritten or typed document.
Which word has more of a negative connotation?
snicker or chuckle
snicker
Is the semicolon used correctly in this sentence?
The test was difficult; many students needed extra time.
YES
What type of sentence is this? (simple, compound, complex, compound-complex)
After the movie ended, we went out for ice cream.
complex
What is the meaning of this figurative language?
The classroom is quiet as a mouse.
The classroom is very quiet.