Understanding Word Parts and Meanings

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.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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

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.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

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

Combine the base word "phone" with the prefix "tele-" and choose the correct meaning.

• A device for close communication

• A device for distant communication

• A device for underwater communication

• A device for silent communication

Answer explanation

The prefix 'tele-' means 'distant' or 'far off'. When combined with 'phone', it refers to a device used for communication over long distances, making 'A device for distant communication' the correct choice.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

What is the meaning of the prefix "semi-" in the word "semicircle"?

• Full

• Half

• Quarter

• None

Answer explanation

The prefix 'semi-' means 'half'. In 'semicircle', it indicates that the shape is half of a full circle, making 'Half' the correct answer.

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.K.5A

How does the prefix "multi-" change the meaning of the word "task"?

• One task

• Many tasks

• No tasks

• Few tasks

Answer explanation

The prefix 'multi-' means 'many.' Therefore, when added to 'task,' it changes the meaning to 'many tasks,' indicating multiple tasks rather than just one or none.

Tags

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A