Affix Week 1

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What does the affix '-ed' indicate when added to a verb?

Back

It indicates the past tense of the verb.

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What does the affix '-s' signify when added to a noun?

Back

It signifies that the noun is plural.

Front

When is the affix '-es' used?

Back

It is used to form the plural of nouns that end in (s), (z), or (sh).

Front

What does the affix '-er' mean when added to an adjective?

Back

It indicates a comparative degree, meaning 'more' or 'the most'.

Front

What does the affix '-ly' indicate when added to an adjective?

Back

It transforms the adjective into an adverb, meaning 'like' or 'in the manner of'.

Front

What is the function of affixes in the English language?

Back

Affixes modify the meaning of root words and can change their grammatical function.

Front

What is an example of a word that uses the '-ed' affix?

Back

'Walked' is an example, indicating the past tense of 'walk'.

Front

Can the affix '-s' be used with all nouns?

Back

No, it is typically used with regular nouns; some nouns have irregular plural forms.

Front

What is the difference between '-er' and '-est' as affixes?

Back

'-er' is used for comparative forms, while '-est' is used for superlative forms.

Front

Provide an example of a word that uses the '-es' affix.

Back

'Wishes' is an example, indicating the plural of 'wish'.