Affixes and Root Words

What are affixes?

• Small word parts added to a root word to change its meaning or grammatical properties.​

• Something that describes a noun in a sentence.

• Small words that are added to sentences to make them longer.

• The meaning of a word.

What is a prefix?

• A word part that describes a verb in a sentence.

• A word part added to the end of a root word to change its meaning.

• A word part added to the beginning of a root word to change its meaning.

• A word that stands alone and has its own meaning.

A suffix is added to the end of a word?

• True
• False

What is the meaning of the word Overreacted?

• To ignore completely.

• To respond with indifference.
• To respond excessively or with too much emotion.

• To respond calmly and rationally.

What is the meaning of the word Incapable?

• Lacking the ability or capacity to do something.
• Having the ability to do something
• Being skilled or proficient
• Possessing a strong capacity for action

Determine the meaning of Disrespectful in the sentence.

Derrick was wrote up because he was being Disrespectful to his teacher.

• Exhibiting enthusiasm and engagement.
• Showing a lack of respect.
• Demonstrating kindness and support.
• Showing a load of respect.

Find the meaning of the word Unintentional in the sentence.

Knocking over the water bottle was Unintentional, and she quickly apologized.

• Deliberate and intentional action.
• A planned event or occurrence.
• A conscious decision made by someone.

• Not done on purpose; accidental.

Find the meaning of Miscommunication in the sentence.

I accidentally turned down the wrong street due to Miscommunication.

• A deliberate choice to take a different route.
• A clear understanding of directions.
• A failure to communicate clearly.
• An intentional act of ignoring signs.

Determine the meaning of Reevaluate in the sentence.

I'm not sure if your answer is correct. I think you should Reevaluate.

• to ignore the answer
• to provide a new answer without review
• to accept the answer as is
• to assess or consider again

Determine the meaning of Indistinguishable in the sentence.

The snowflakes fell so fast, they became indistinguishable from one another.

• Distinct and separate from each other.
• Easily recognizable from one another.
• Unable to tell one from the other.

• Completely identical in appearance.