Introduction to Latin & Greek Roots

What percentage of the English Language has Latin as its "root"?

90%

80%

75%

None of the above

To pronounce Latin: What sound does the letter 'a' make?

Every letter 'a' sounds like 'ay' as in say

Every letter 'a' sounds like 'a' as in "cat"

Every letter 'a' sounds like ah as in "swan"

All of the above are correct

What is the difference between the sound of 'a' when pronounced in Latin or in Greek?

Which answer best describes how the letters 'au' are pronounced in Greek?

Sounds like au, as in automobile

Sounds like ow, as in snow

Sounds like ah in swan

Sounds like ow in owl

Which of the following is true?

In Latin the letter 'v' sounds like 'w'

Diacritical Marks guide pronunciation

The schwa sound is represented by an upside down 'e'

All of the above are correct

In a complete sentence, please explain what affixes are and what their relationship to "root" of words is

What does the root "sub" mean? (Choose the best answer)

Beneath

Take away

Large

None of the above

Select the best answer for the word that represents the "roots" in "xylophone"

Metal; hearing

Wood; sound

Wood; music

None of the above

Which answer correctly describes the word "diacritical"?

Dia, piece L. krinein > separate

Dia

Dia, parts >G. krinein, split >L

None of the above

What is the benefit of studying Latin and Greek roots?

Enhanced communication skills and ability to speak articulately

Improved scores on standardized "high stakes" tests

Can lead to mastery of the English Language

All of the above

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