Prefixes, root, suffixes, abbreviation, rhetorical, questions

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is added to the front of a root word.

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is added to the back of a root word.

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What is the abbreviation for noun?

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The abbreviation for noun is 'n'.

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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.

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What is an abbreviation?

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An abbreviation is a shortened form of a word or phrase.

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What is a rhetorical question?

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A rhetorical question is a question asked for effect, not requiring an answer.

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What is the purpose of a prefix?

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The purpose of a prefix is to modify the meaning of the root word.

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What is the purpose of a suffix?

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The purpose of a suffix is to change the form or meaning of the root word.

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Give an example of a prefix.

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Examples of prefixes include 'un-' (as in 'unhappy') and 'pre-' (as in 'preview').

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Give an example of a suffix.

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Examples of suffixes include '-ing' (as in 'running') and '-ed' (as in 'played').