Understanding Word Parts and Meanings
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English
7th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Match the prefix "re-" with its meaning.
Before
Again
Under
Not
Answer explanation
The prefix 're-' means 'again.' It is used to indicate repetition, as in 'redo' or 'revisit.' The other options do not accurately represent the meaning of 're-.'
Tags
CCSS.L.3.4B
CCSS.RF.4.3A
CCSS.RF.5.3A
CCSS.L.3.4C
CCSS.RF.3.3B
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the prefix "bi-" mean in the word "bicycle"?
One
Two
Three
Many
Answer explanation
The prefix 'bi-' in 'bicycle' means 'two', indicating that a bicycle has two wheels. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Two'.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.K.5A
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the prefix "sub-" change the meaning of the word "marine"?
Above the sea
Below the sea
Across the sea
Without the sea
Answer explanation
The prefix 'sub-' means 'under' or 'below.' Therefore, 'submarine' refers to something that exists below the sea, making 'Below the sea' the correct choice.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.4B
CCSS.RF.4.3A
CCSS.RF.5.3A
CCSS.L.3.4C
CCSS.RF.3.3A
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Combine the base word "scope" with the prefix "micro-" and choose the correct meaning.
A large view
A small view
A distant view
A clear view
Answer explanation
The prefix 'micro-' means small, so when combined with 'scope', it refers to a small view. Therefore, the correct answer is 'A small view'.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.4B
CCSS.RF.4.3A
CCSS.RF.5.3A
CCSS.L.3.4C
CCSS.RF.3.3B
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the meaning of the prefix "un-" in the word "unhappy"?
Very
Not
Before
After
Answer explanation
The prefix "un-" means "not". In the word "unhappy", it negates the word "happy", indicating a state of not being happy.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.4B
CCSS.RF.4.3A
CCSS.RF.5.3A
CCSS.RF.3.3A
CCSS.RF.3.3B
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Explain how the prefix "in-" changes the meaning of the word "visible".
Makes it more visible
Makes it less visible
Makes it not visible
Makes it visible again
Answer explanation
The prefix 'in-' negates the meaning of 'visible', transforming it into 'invisible', which means 'not visible'. Therefore, the correct choice is 'Makes it not visible'.
Tags
CCSS.L.3.4B
CCSS.RF.4.3A
CCSS.RF.5.3A
CCSS.L.3.4C
CCSS.RF.3.3A
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the prefix "tri-" mean in the word "triangle"?
Four
Three
Two
One
Answer explanation
The prefix 'tri-' means 'three' in Greek. In the word 'triangle', it refers to a shape with three sides. Therefore, the correct answer is 'Three'.
Tags
CCSS.L.1.6
CCSS.L.3.6
CCSS.L.K.5A
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