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How much is one plus one?
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zero
two
five
none of the above
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The Prefix 'uni-'
A prefix comes at the beginning of a word. When you come across an unfamiliar word, there are two techniques that can
help you determine the new word's meaning:
- look at the word and see if you can get a basic understanding of its meaning by using your knowledge of word parts
- look for context clues by examining the sentence that contains the unfamiliar word, along with the sentence before and the
sentence after
uniunanimous
Members of both US Houses were in unanimous agreement regarding the need for increased national security.
unicameral
Some countries have a unicameral legislature.
unicellular
Many deadly microbes are unicellular.
unicorn
A common feature of several myths is the unicorn.
unicostate
Most leaves are said to be unicostate.
unicycle
Almost every circus performance has at least one performer on a unicycle.
unidirectional
In the study of electronics, DC (direct current) is defined as unidirectional.
uniform
To cut down on violence, some school districts require the student body to wear a uniform when on campus.
unify
During time of war, the nation will unify in order to defeat the enemy.
unilateral
Some US politicians have suggested that this country begin a unilateral disarmament process in order to lessen the chance
of an accidental nuclear disaster.
union
Thousands of US workers belong to some type of union.
unique
Some believe that Earth is in the unique position of having the only living organisms in the entire universe.
unisex
There is a rather small group of people who prefer unisex bathrooms.
unison
Children often say short rhymes or poems in unison.
unite
After the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, the President asked the people to unite in the fight against the Axis Powers.
unity
Religious organizations frequently emphasize unity among their membership in order to prevent splintering into numerous
smaller groups.
univalve
The snail is an example of a univalve organism.
universe
Research scientists are still trying to accurately measure the breadth of our universe.
university
College students in Texas have a wide selection to consider when it comes to choosing a university.