Question

read the following passage from “the seventh man.” but even if it comes too late, i am grateful that, in the end, i was able to attain a kind of salvation, to effect some sort of recovery. what is the root word of salvation, and how does the meaning change when the latin suffix -tion is added? a. the suffix along with the root word sale means \the action of selling.\ b. the suffix along with the root word salivate means \the result of drooling.\ c. the suffix along with the root word salve means \the result of being saved.\ d. none of the above

Explanation:

The root word of "salvation" is "salve" which is related to being saved. The -tion suffix in Latin is often used to form nouns indicating an action, process, or result. Here, "salvation" means the result of being saved. Options A and B have incorrect root - word associations.

Answer:

C. The suffix along with the root word salve means "the result of being saved."