2.5 Suffixes Spelling Flashcard

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a letter or group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning or grammatical function.

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What does the suffix '-ful' mean?

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The suffix '-ful' means 'full of' or 'having the qualities of.' For example, 'joyful' means full of joy.

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What does the suffix '-ness' indicate?

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The suffix '-ness' indicates a state or quality. For example, 'happiness' means the state of being happy.

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means 'full of grace'?

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The correct spelling is 'graceful'.

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means 'without age'?

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The correct spelling is 'ageless'.

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means 'full of goodness'?

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The correct spelling is 'goodness'.

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What does the suffix '-ly' signify?

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The suffix '-ly' signifies 'in a manner of' or 'like.' For example, 'quickly' means in a quick manner.

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means 'full of spoons'?

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The correct spelling is 'spoonful'.

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What is the difference between 'spoonful' and 'spoonfull'?

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'Spoonful' is the correct spelling, while 'spoonfull' is a common misspelling.

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How can you identify a suffix in a word?

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You can identify a suffix by looking for a group of letters at the end of a word that modifies its meaning.