Exploring Word Roots and Meanings

What does the prefix "ambi-" mean?

• Against

• Both

• Before

• Water

Which of the following words means "to go around"?

• Circumvent

• Antecede

• Antidote

• Aquatic

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

Choose the correct sentence using a word with the prefix "anti-".

• The antidote was given to counteract the poison.

• The aquarium was filled with colorful fish.

• The audience clapped loudly after the performance.

• The automobile was parked in the garage.

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.L.3.4C

What does the prefix "ante-" mean?

• After

• Against

• Before

• Self

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.L.3.4C

Which word uses the prefix "audi-" correctly?

• Auditory

• Autograph

• Aqueduct

• Benefit

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5A

CCSS.L.1.5B

CCSS.L.K.5A

What does the prefix "auto-" mean?

• Water

• Self

• Good

• Around

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.L.3.4C

Which of the following words means "good or well"?

• Benevolent

• Antiseptic

• Ambiguous

• Circumference

Tags

CCSS.L.4.4B

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.4B

CCSS.L.7.4B

CCSS.L.8.4B

Choose the correct sentence using a word with the prefix "circum-".

• The circumference of the circle was calculated.

• The antidote was effective.

• The audience was thrilled.

• The aquarium was large.

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B

What does the prefix "ced-" mean?

• Go

• Water

• Self

• Against

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.L.3.4C

CCSS.RF.3.3B

Which word uses the prefix "aqu-" correctly?

• Aquatic

• Audible

• Anticipate

• Automate

Tags

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A

CCSS.L.3.4B

CCSS.RF.3.3A

CCSS.RF.3.3B