Question

language development: word study
identify the choice that best answers the question.
the word evaded contains the latin root vad-. the prefix e- means \out\ or \away\. based on this information and your knowledge of the root and prefix, choose the situation that most clearly illustrates the meaning of evaded
a. the rivals held a final boxing match to determine which fighter would be the champion.
b. the puppy ran from the room to avoid being scolded for ripping the newspaper.
c. the computer expert is using new equipment to analyze traffic patterns in the community.
d. the soldier returned from fighting overseas several months before he was expected home.

Explanation:

To determine the meaning of "evaded", we analyze the roots: the prefix "e - " means "out" or "away", and the root "vad" is related to going. So "evaded" should involve moving out/away to avoid something.

• Option A: A boxing match to determine a champion has nothing to do with evading.
• Option B: The puppy ran from the room (moved away) to avoid being scolded, which matches the meaning of evading (avoiding by moving away).
• Option C: Analyzing traffic patterns is unrelated to evading.
• Option D: Returning home early is not evading.

Answer:

B. The puppy ran from the room to avoid being scolded for ripping the newspaper.