word families

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What is a word family?

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A group of words that share a common base or root, often with different prefixes or suffixes.

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What does the word 'old' mean?

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Of advanced age or not new.

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What does the word 'fold' mean?

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To bend something so it overlaps.

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What does the word 'yet' mean in a sentence?

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It indicates that something has not happened up to the present time.

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What does the word 'cold' mean?

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Not warm in temperature.

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What is a 'wig'?

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A covering for the head made of real or artificial hair.

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What is a common suffix that can be added to 'play'?

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-ful, making 'playful'.

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What is a common prefix that can be added to 'happy'?

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Un-, making 'unhappy'.

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What does the word 'big' mean?

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Large in size.

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What does the word 'pig' refer to?

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A domesticated animal that is often raised for food.