Root Words 2nd grade

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What is a root word?

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A root word is the base part of a word that carries its primary meaning and can have prefixes or suffixes added to it.

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What is the root word in 'counting'?

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The root word is 'count'.

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What is the root word in 'rethinking'?

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The root word is 'think'.

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What does the prefix 're-' mean in 'rethinking'?

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The prefix 're-' means 'again' or 'back'.

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What is the root word in 'retake'?

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The root word is 'take'.

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What is the root word in 'undone'?

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The root word is 'done'.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean in 'undone'?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What is the root word in 'preheated'?

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The root word is 'heat'.

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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean in 'preheated'?

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The prefix 'pre-' means 'before'.

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How can understanding root words help in vocabulary development?

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Understanding root words can help students deduce the meanings of unfamiliar words by recognizing the base meaning.