Question

which word contains the greek root meaning fire?
a. charcoal
b. explosive
c. flickering
d. pyromaniac

Explanation:

To solve this, we analyze the Greek roots:

• "Pyro -" is a Greek root meaning "fire".
• Option D: "Pyromaniac" has the root "pyro -", related to fire (a pyromaniac has an obsession with fire - setting).
• Option A: "Charcoal" relates to burned wood, no Greek root for fire.
• Option B: "Explosive" relates to explosion, root not about fire.
• Option C: "Flickering" relates to light movement, no fire - related Greek root.

Answer:

D. Pyromaniac