Collaborative Listening and Speaking: Adapting Language Choices (Register), Part 4

The video tutorial explains the prefix 'mis', which means wrong or not correctly. It provides examples of words like 'misuse', 'misunderstand', and 'misbehave', illustrating their meanings and usage in sentences. Each example demonstrates how the prefix alters the base word to convey incorrect or improper actions.

What does the prefix 'mis-' imply when added to a word?

• Slow or delayed

• Fast or quick

• Wrong or not correctly

• Correct or accurate

Which of the following is an example of 'misuse'?

• Using a smartphone to call a friend

• Turning off notifications

• Charging a phone overnight

• Texting friends during class

What does it mean to 'misunderstand' something?

• To remember it clearly

• To understand it perfectly

• To ignore it completely

• To understand it incorrectly

If someone misunderstands directions, what might be a reason?

• They had clear instructions

• They were not paying attention

• They were given a map

• They were listening carefully

What advice does the counselor give regarding behavior in class?

• To leave class early

• To behave correctly

• To ignore the rules

• To always misbehave