B2 WORLD LIT DECEMBER FINAL PART 3

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What does the prefix 'multi-' mean in the word 'multinational'?

Back

multi- means many; it indicates operations in many nations.

Front

Identify the prefix in the word 'unbelievable'.

Back

The prefix is 'un'.

Front

What type of irony is present when a pilot is afraid of heights?

Back

Situational irony.

Front

What does the prefix 'auto-' mean in the word 'autobiography'?

Back

auto- means self; it indicates a biography written by oneself.

Front

What does the prefix 'post-' mean in the word 'postgraduate'?

Back

post- means after; it indicates studies pursued after graduation.

Front

Define the term 'prefix'.

Back

A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to modify its meaning.

Front

What is the meaning of the prefix 'un-'?

Back

un- means not; it negates the meaning of the root word.

Front

Explain the term 'situational irony'.

Back

Situational irony occurs when there is a discrepancy between what is expected to happen and what actually happens.

Front

What does the prefix 'bio-' mean in the word 'biography'?

Back

bio- means life; it refers to a written account of someone's life.

Front

Identify the root word in 'unbelievable'.

Back

The root word is 'believ'.