Question

name: directions: the roots strain, strict, and string all come from a latin word that means tie, bind, or draw tight. use a word from the word bank to match each definition. word bank boa constrictor constraints constrict district restrain restricted restrictions strain strainer strict string stringent 1. a type of snake that wraps around its prey and squeezes tight (noun) 2. squeeze or bind a persons blood vessels or airways (verb) 3. out - of - bounds, such as an area youre not allowed in (adjective) 4. rules or policies that bind you and limit what you can and cant do (noun) 5. a cord that is used to tie or bind things together (noun) 6. tie up or hold back a person so he or she cant escape (verb) 7. a region that is bound together for a purpose, such as school or voting (noun) 8. describing a person who holds on tightly to rules and expectations (adjective) 9. describing a rule or policy that is severe, precise, and tight (adjective) 10. pull or stretch too tight, beyond the normal limits (verb) 11. a kitchen device that binds food together by removing all the water (noun) 12. anything that “ties your hands” and limits what you can accomplish (noun)

Explanation:

1. A boa constrictor is a snake that squeezes its prey.
2. Constrict means to squeeze or bind blood - vessels or airways.
3. Restricted means out - of - bounds.
4. Constraints are rules or policies that limit actions.
5. A string is a cord for tying things.
6. Restrain means to tie up or hold back a person.
7. A district is a region bound for a purpose.
8. Strict describes a person who adheres tightly to rules.
9. Stringent describes a severe and precise rule.
10. Strain means to pull or stretch too tight.
11. A strainer is a kitchen device for binding food by removing water.
12. Constraints or restrictions are things that limit what one can do.

Answer:

1. boa constrictor
2. constrict
3. restricted
4. constraints
5. string
6. restrain
7. district
8. strict
9. stringent
10. strain
11. strainer
12. constraints