Prefix/Suffix/Root Word Flashcard

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What is a root word?

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A stand alone word.

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What is a suffix?

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A group of letters put after a root word which changes its meaning.

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What is a prefix?

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A group of letters put before a root word which changes its meaning.

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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It means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the suffix '-able' mean?

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It means 'capable of' or 'able to be'.

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What is the root word of 'unhappiness'?

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The root word is 'happy'.

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If you take away the prefix and suffix from 'disagree', what is left?

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The root word is 'agree'.

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What does the suffix '-ful' mean?

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It means 'full of'.

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What is the meaning of 'washable'?

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Able to be washed.

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What is the root word of 'unbreakable'?

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The root word is 'break'.