Morphology 5

Select the two words below that use the suffix -ive in the same way as defensive.

• livelihood

• reflective

• reactive

• universe

Select the two words below that use the prefix fore- in the same way as forewarning.

• forecast

• forgetful

• forge

• foreground

Which word uses the Greek root that means write or draw?

• permission

• legislature

• photograph

• prequalify

Which word is a synonym for tyrant?

• royalty

• dictator

• monarch

• president

Which underlined word in the following sentences contains the root that means to say or speak?

Lena's dedication to fixing the unpredictable old clock tower was clear to everyone in the village. Every day, she climbed the rickety stairs and worked endlessly, polishing gears and replacing worn-out parts. The townspeople often saw her working late into the night, her face illuminated by the soft glow of a lantern. Her determination paid off when the clock struck midnight with a precise chime, and the whole village gathered to cheer for Lena, proud of her accomplishment.

• unpredictable

• endlessly

• determination

• accomplishment

Use the word bank to fill in the blank.

WORD BANK: monogram foretell midpoint

The boy came to school wearing a ______ shirt that made everyone jealous.

Use the word bank to fill in the blank.

WORD BANK: monogram foretell midpoint

The teacher wanted us to find the ______ of the line segment.

Use the word bank to fill in the blank.

WORD BANK: monogram foretell midpoint

I am going to ______ the future.

DIRECTIONS: Match the definition to the correct word.

Being someone who provides support

• controversial

• supportive

• friendly

• paragraph

DIRECTIONS: Match the definition to the correct word.

A section of a piece of writing that has a single topic

• midlife

• foreground

• paragraph

• manuscript