WorksheetsPrefixes, Suffixes, and Root Words Unit 2
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 17mins
What is a prefix?
an affix which is placed before the stem (word) of a word
an affix which is placed after the stem (root) of a word
a word that does not have a prefix in front of the word or a suffix at the end of the word
a word with an affix added at the beginning and ending of a word
What is a suffix?
an affix which is placed before the stem (root) of a word
an affix that is added to the beginning and ending of a word
an affix which is placed after the stem (root) of the word
a word that does not have a prefix in front of the word or a suffix at the end of the word
What is a root word?
a word that does not have a prefix in front of the word or a suffix at the end of the word
an affix which is placed after the stem (root) of the word
an affix that is added to the beginning and ending of a word
an affix which is placed before the stem (root) of a word.
What is the definition of the prefix re-?
again
before
after
start
What does the prefix dis- do for most words?
Make them mean "more"
Often changes them to the opposite meaning
Often makes the word mean "higher"
Often makes the word mean "often"
What does the suffix -ance mean?
the act of
inspite of
after
in celebration of
The suffix -tract means "pull" or "move away"
Based on the definition, what does distract mean?
remove or take out, especially by effort or force.
practical contact with and observation of facts or events.
prevent (someone) from giving full attention to something.
make (something) visible by uncovering it.
Adding -tion to a word does what?
means full of or having a quantity
turns a verb into a noun meaning “the thing that is”
forming abstract nouns denoting quality and state
meaning “capable of
What does donation mean?
recognition and enjoyment of the good qualities of someone or something.
a thing that is accepted as true or as certain to happen, without proof.
the act of making, inventing, or producing
something that is given to a charity, especially a sum of money.
What does respiration mean if the root/stem "spir" means breath?
the action of breathing.
engage in plotting or enter into a conspiracy, swear together
displaying animation, vigor, or liveliness
salty fluid secreted by sweat glands
The prefix ex- means "Out" or "Beyond"
Using that information, what does exterritorial mean?
move about
squeeze out
outside territorial limits or jurisdiction
be exceptionally good at or proficient in an activity or subject.
stretch out
Which word using the prefix ex- might mean "to stretch out"?
exclude
express
extend
exit
The prefix -in- means "not"
The word incorrect means?
correct
half correct
unimportant
not correct
-Ance means “the act of”
What would the word guidance mean?
the interruption of a settled and peaceful condition.
advice or information aimed at resolving a problem or difficulty, especially as given by someone in authority.
a particular kind of matter with uniform properties.
a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance.
What would be the best definition of the word maintenance?
a person, thing, or circumstance causing inconvenience or annoyance.
the quality of being worthy of attention; importance.
the process of maintaining or preserving someone or something, or the state of being maintained
power and influence over others.
Fill in the blank with the BEST word ending in -ance.
His ego and sense of ___________ over her wouldn't let him allow her to be the one walking away.
ignorance
dominace
tolerance
endurance
-Spir- means to breath
Which word means:
Makes you want to do something, such as be a better person, do something creative, or to be like someone in a good way? Breathing goodness.
Conspiracy
Perspire
Inspire
Aspire
-Spir- means to breath
Which word means:
excrete sweat through the pores in the skin
aspire
conspire
dispirited
perspire
