These Grade 10 English practice tests develop vocabulary through prefixes, suffixes, Greek and Latin roots, context clues, connotation, denotation, academic language, precise word choice, and word relationships.
Start with the word parts, then read the complete sentence for context. Compare close meanings, consider tone and register, and use a reference source when the context does not fully determine the definition.
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2. Test
Practice Grade 10 English questions about prefixes, suffixes, Greek and Latin roots, context clues, connotation, denotation, academic vocabulary, and precise word choice.
Choose the best answer. Use word parts, context clues, dictionary information, connotation, denotation, and precise academic language to determine meaning.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: A
The correct answer is Hear or listen.
The root aud relates to hearing or listening.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: B
The correct answer is Write or written.
The root scrib or script relates to writing.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: C
The correct answer is Carry or move.
The root port means carry or move, as in transport and portable.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: D
The correct answer is Look at or see.
The root spect relates to looking or seeing.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: A
The correct answer is Good or well.
The root bene expresses goodness or a positive benefit.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: B
The correct answer is Bad or wrong.
The root mal indicates something bad, wrong, or defective.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: C
The correct answer is Time.
The root chrono refers to time or the order of time.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: D
The correct answer is Water.
The Latin root aqua means water.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: A
The correct answer is Say or speak.
The root dict relates to saying or speaking, as in predict and dictate.
Please select an answer first.
Correct answer: B
The correct answer is Believe or trust.
The root cred relates to belief or trustworthiness.
