Morpheme Matrix 2 - Lesson 3 - port

What is our root word for this lesson?

• scope

• phon

• form

• port

What does the root word "port" mean?

• to carry
• to hold
• to transport
• to release

What does the suffix "er" mean?

• The suffix 'er' means one who performs an action

• A person who is always late
• A type of food
• A unit of measurement

What do the suffixes "ion" or "ation" mean?

• They signify a place or location.
• They are used to form adjectives only.
• They indicate a type of noun.
• They indicate the act or state of

What does the suffix "al" mean?

• pertaining to or relating to
• a specific location
• a type of measurement
• opposite of

What does the suffix "able" mean?

• not suitable for
• incompatible with
• unfit for use
• capable of being or can be done

When you add "er" to "port," the new word is "porter." What does this mean?

• A porter is a type of luggage made from leather.

• A porter is a type of transportation vehicle.
• A porter is a person who carries luggage or goods.

• A porter is a person who serves food in a restaurant.

When "al" is added to the word "port," the new word is "portal." What does this word mean?

• A portal is a style of painting.
• A portal is an entrance or gateway.
• A portal is a type of computer software.
• A portal is a type of fruit.

When "ion" is added to "port," the new word is "portion." What does this word mean?

• A synonym for whole.
• A method of transportation.
• A type of fruit.
• A part of something larger.

When "able" is added to the word "port," the new word is "portable."

What does the word "portable" mean?

• Capable of being carried or easily moved.
• Designed for permanent installation.
• Capable of being stored away easily.
• Incapable of being moved or carried.