Prefix and Suffix Flashcard

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What is a prefix?

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

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What does the prefix 'dis-' mean?

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The prefix 'dis-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the prefix 'tri-' mean?

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The prefix 'tri-' means 'three'.

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What does the prefix 'il-' mean?

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The prefix 'il-' means 'not'.

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Where does a prefix go in a word?

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A prefix goes at the beginning of a word.

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning.

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What does the suffix '-ful' mean?

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The suffix '-ful' means 'full of'.

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What does the suffix '-less' mean?

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The suffix '-less' means 'without'.

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What is the root word of 'disagree'?

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The root word of 'disagree' is 'agree'.

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True or False: A prefix can change the meaning of a word.

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True.