by Grenville Stillwell
Dive into the fascinating world of etymology with our Dorm Word Root Quiz! This quiz will challenge your understanding of words derived from the root ‘dorm,’ which means ‘sleep.’ Get ready to uncover the hidden meanings and origins behind everyday vocabulary. Sharpen your linguistic skills and see how many you can get right!
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Dorm Word Root Quiz Questions Overview
1. What does the root ‘dorm’ mean?
Run
Sleep
Eat
Read
2. Which of the following words is derived from the root ‘dorm’?
Dormitory
Auditorium
Laboratory
Observatory
3. Which of the following best describes a ‘dormant’ volcano?
Active
Erupting
Sleeping
Extinct
4. The word ‘dormouse’ is derived from ‘dorm.’ What characteristic of the dormouse relates to this root?
Its speed
Its size
Its diet
Its long periods of sleep
5. What does the word ‘dormer’ refer to in architecture?
A type of window
A type of door
A type of roof
A type of wall
6. What is the meaning of the word ‘dormitive’?
Causing excitement
Inducing sleep
Increasing appetite
Enhancing memory
7. Which of the following is NOT related to the root ‘dorm’?
Dormouse
Dormitory
Dormant
Dormer
8. The term ‘dormition’ is used in religious contexts. What does it refer to?
A religious festival
A type of prayer
A state of eternal sleep
A type of meditation
9. What does the word ‘dormitory’ literally translate to?
Place of learning
Place of eating
Place of sleeping
Place of working
10. Which of the following words is synonymous with ‘dormant’?
Active
Awake
Asleep
Alert
11. What does ‘dormitive’ refer to in medical terms?
A stimulant
A sedative
A painkiller
An antibiotic
12. Which of the following is a correct usage of the word ‘dormant’?
The volcano is dormant and may erupt soon.
The student is dormant and studying hard.
The athlete is dormant and training daily.
The machine is dormant and running smoothly.
13. What does the term ‘dormitive principle’ refer to in literature?
A principle that causes excitement
A principle that induces sleep
A principle that increases tension
A principle that enhances memory
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