Unit 1: De, Al, Port, Form

What does the prefix "de-" mean?

• Above

• Down or away from

• Together

• Before

What does the suffix "-al" mean?

• Related to or characterized by

• Opposite of

• Full of

• Without

Which of the following words contains the root "form"?

• Transport

• Formal

• Deport

• Portable

Which of the following words contains the root "port"?

• Inform

• Formal

• Report

• Normal

Use the prefix "de-" in a sentence.

• The cat was very playful.

• The workers will demolish the old building.

• She is a talented artist.

• The sun is shining brightly.

Use the suffix "-al" in a sentence.

• The festival was a huge success.

• The dog barked loudly.

• The car is very fast.

• The book is on the table.

Identify the root in the word "transform".

• Trans

• Form

• Transform

• Formed

Identify the root in the word "import".

• Im

• Port

• Import

• Ported

Create a new word using the prefix "de-" and the root "form".

• Reform

• Deform

• Inform

• Perform

Create a new word using the root "port" and the suffix "-al".

• Portal

• Portation

• Portify

• Portment