Question

if tele means \far away\ and gram means \something that is written,\ which is the best definition of the word telegram?
○ a scientific analysis of handwriting
○ a communication that is false
○ a message sent over a long distance
○ a sound that is far away

Explanation:

To determine the definition of "telegram", we analyze the word parts. "Tele" means "far away" and "gram" means "something that is written". Combining these, we look for an option that relates to a written message sent over a long distance.

• "A scientific analysis of handwriting" is about handwriting analysis, not related to "tele" or "gram" meanings.
• "A communication that is false" has nothing to do with the meanings of "tele" and "gram".
• "A message sent over a long distance" fits as it combines a written (gram) message sent far (tele).
• "A sound that is far away" is about sound, not written, so it's incorrect.

Answer:

a message sent over a long distance