Affixes (Prefixes and Suffixes) Lesson Launcher

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What is a prefix?

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A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to change its meaning.

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Give an example of a common prefix.

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un- (as in 'unhappy')

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What is a suffix?

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A suffix is a group of letters added to the end of a word to change its meaning or grammatical function.

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Give an example of a common suffix.

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-ful (as in 'joyful')

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What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

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The prefix 'un-' means 'not' or 'opposite of'.

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What does the suffix '-ness' indicate?

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The suffix '-ness' indicates a state or quality (as in 'happiness').

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How can understanding affixes help in reading comprehension?

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Understanding affixes can help deduce the meanings of unfamiliar words.

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What is an adverb?

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An adverb is a word that modifies a verb, an adjective, or another adverb, often indicating how, when, or where an action occurs.

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Provide an example of an adverb.

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Intermittently (as in 'She works intermittently.')

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What is the role of affixes in word formation?

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Affixes modify the meaning of root words and can change their grammatical function.