Suffixes -ial and -al

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What does the suffix -ial mean?

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related to or characterized by

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What does the suffix -al mean?

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pertaining to or having the quality of

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Fill in the blank: TV shows such as Ghost Hunters try to provide evidence of ________________ activity.

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supernatural

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Fill in the blank: Taking a daily vitamin is very _____________________ to your overall health.

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beneficial

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Fill in the blank: Diet soda doesn't have real sugar in it. Instead, it's made from _________________ sweeteners.

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artificial

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Fill in the blank: This computer is so old, it's no longer ____________________.

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functional

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What is an example of a word that uses the suffix -ial?

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commercial

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What is an example of a word that uses the suffix -al?

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personal

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Fill in the blank: The teacher gave a _____________________ explanation of the topic.

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crucial

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Fill in the blank: The new policy is designed to be more _____________________ for all students.

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beneficial