Word study: the latin root -temp- means “regulate,” “moderate,” or “time.” provide an explanation for your answer to each question that includes one of these words containing the root -temp-: temperance, contemporary, temporary. 1. if your parents encourage temperance, do they want you to be wild and self-indulgent? 2. is a contemporary artist someone who lived in a past era? 3. if your injury is temporary, will you feel better in a few days?