Affixes and Root Words

What does the prefix 'sub-' mean?

• Above

• Under or below

• Beside

• Between

What is an affix?

• A type of punctuation mark used in writing.

• A letter or group of letters added to the beginning or end of a word to change its meaning.

• A synonym for a root word.

• A grammatical term for a complete sentence.

What does the prefix 'pre-' mean?

• After

• During

• Before

• Above

What is the base word in 'untidy'?

• tidy

• untidy

• tidiness

• tidy up

What is the meaning of 'disagree'?

• 'Disagree' means 'to not agree'.

• 'Disagree' means 'to agree with someone'.

• 'Disagree' means 'to have a different opinion'.

• 'Disagree' means 'to accept something'.

What does the suffix '-ing' indicate?

• It indicates a completed action.

• It indicates a future action.

• It indicates an ongoing action or process.

• It indicates a past action.

What is a root word?

• A root word is a word that has no prefixes or suffixes.

• A root word is the base part of a word that carries its main meaning.

• A root word is a synonym for a complex word.

• A root word is a type of figurative language.

What does the suffix '-less' mean?

• With

• Without

• Full of

• Similar to

What does the suffix '-able' mean?

• Capable of or able to be

• Not able to

• Always true

• Never possible

What is the base word in 'dislike'?

• like

• dis

• hate

• love