Author Question: A syllable placed at the beginning of a word is called a: A) root. B) combining form. C) ... (Read 21 times)

deesands · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

A syllable placed at the beginning of a word is called a:

A) root.
B) combining form.
C) prefix.
D) suffix.

Question 2

Which of the following combining forms means intestine?

A) etio
B) cardio
C) gastro
D) entero

leahchrapun · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

C
Explanation: A) The root is the word foundation.
B) A combining form is a root plus a combining vowel.
C) Correct.
D) A suffix is placed at the end of a word.

Answer to Question 2

D
Explanation: A) This combining form means cause.
B) This combining form means heart.
C) This combining form means stomach.
D) Correct.