Understanding Suffixes: -able and -ible

The video tutorial explains the concept of suffixes, focusing on 'able', 'ible', 'ably', and 'ibly'. It provides examples and rules for determining the correct suffix usage, including spelling rules and exceptions. The tutorial also covers how to identify root words and apply suffixes correctly.

What is the primary function of a suffix in a word?

• To modify the meaning of a root word

• To create a new language

• To indicate a plural form

• To change the tense of a verb

When the suffix -able is added to 'break', what does the new word mean?

• The plate is able to be broken

• The plate is already broken

• The plate is fixed

• The plate is unbreakable

How can you determine if a word should end with -able?

• By adding -ible and seeing if it sounds correct

• By removing the suffix and seeing if a real word remains

• By checking if the word is an adjective

• By checking if the root word is a noun

What is the correct suffix for the word 'possible'?

• -ible

• -ably

• -able

• -ibly

Which suffix is used when the root word does not form a real word after removing the suffix?

• -able

• -ible

• -ably

• -ibly

What is the rhyme mentioned to help remember the rule for using -ible?

• Using an o is a go

• Using an a is a way

• Using an e is a key

• Using an i is a lie

What should you do if a root word ends with 'e' before adding -able?

• Add -ible instead

• Add -able directly

• Remove the 'e' and add -able

• Change 'e' to 'i' and add -able

Which of the following words is an exception to the rule of removing 'e' before adding -able?

• Value

• Advise

• Change

• Notice

What suffix should be added to 'consider' to form an adverb?

• -ibly

• -able

• -ible

• -ably

What is the correct suffix for the word 'horrible' when forming an adverb?

• -ably

• -ible

• -able

• -ibly