Greek and Latin Roots Unit 9 "pre" "post"

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What does the prefix 'pre-' mean?

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The prefix 'pre-' means 'before' or 'in advance.'

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What does the prefix 'post-' mean?

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The prefix 'post-' means 'after' or 'following.'

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Define 'precipitation.'

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Precipitation refers to any form of water, liquid or solid, that falls from the atmosphere and reaches the ground, such as rain, snow, sleet, or hail.

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What is a 'preference'?

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A preference is a greater liking for one alternative over another or others.

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What does it mean to 'postpone' something?

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To postpone means to delay or put off an event or action to a later time.

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Define 'predict.'

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To predict means to say what will happen in the future based on current knowledge or evidence.

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What does 'post haste' mean?

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Post haste means to do something with great speed or urgency.

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Give an example of a word that uses the prefix 'pre-' and explain its meaning.

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Example: 'precocious' - meaning having developed certain abilities or proclivities at an earlier age than usual.

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Give an example of a word that uses the prefix 'post-' and explain its meaning.

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Example: 'postscript' - meaning an additional remark at the end of a letter, after the signature.

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What is the difference between 'precipitate' and 'precipitation'?

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'Precipitate' is a verb meaning to cause something to happen suddenly, while 'precipitation' is a noun referring to the water that falls from the sky.