Understanding Infixes and Affixes in English

The video tutorial introduces derivation as a word formation process, focusing on affixes, which include prefixes, suffixes, and infixes. It explains how these affixes are bound morphemes that modify the meaning of root words. Prefixes are added to the beginning, suffixes to the end, and infixes are inserted within words, though infixes are rare in English. Examples are provided for each type. The tutorial concludes with references for further study.

What is the primary focus of the derivation process in word formation?

• Creating new words by combining existing ones

• Changing the meaning of a word by adding small bits

• Forming words by repeating sounds

• Using words from other languages

Which of the following is NOT a type of affix?

• Prefix

• Suffix

• Infix

• Transfix

What is the main purpose of affixes in word formation?

• To create new root words

• To translate words into other languages

• To modify the meaning of existing words

• To form compound words

What is a prefix?

• A word element that stands alone

• A word element inserted within a word

• A word element added to the beginning of a root word

• A word element added to the end of a root word

Which of the following is an example of a prefix?

• Unhappy

• Happiness

• Quickly

• Fearless

Which of the following is a correct statement about prefixes?

• They are standalone words

• They are added to the beginning of a root word

• They are inserted within a word

• They are added to the end of a root word

What is the role of a suffix in word formation?

• To modify the meaning of a root word by adding to its end

• To change the tense of a verb

• To create compound words

• To form questions

Which of the following words contains a suffix?

• Rewrite

• Fearless

• Impossible

• Dislike

What is the difference between a prefix and a suffix?

• Both are added to the end of a word

• A prefix is added to the beginning, while a suffix is added to the end

• A prefix is added to the end, while a suffix is added to the beginning

• Both are added to the beginning of a word

Which of the following words demonstrates the use of a suffix?

• Rewrite

• Fearless

• Dislike

• Impossible