The answer is before because prefix of pre is before. For Example preheat
Root because it is the foundation
Splurge. It also means to buy but is always used in reference to buying too much, which would give it a negative connotation, different than that of the word 'buy'.
Aroma- the definition or "aromatic" is having fragrance or aroma.
Bellboy: yes sir the lower part of the hotel is about gone, sir.
would most likely be the answer because he says it in a way that sounds almost as though it is not a big deal while in reality it is. I hope this helps!