WorksheetsEnglish Prefixes Practice
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 13mins
During a global conference, Liam noticed that the term 'inter-' appeared in many words related to global cooperation. Which of the following words is related to global using the prefix 'inter-'?
interact
interfere
intermission
international
How does the prefix 'super-' change the meaning of a word when describing the abilities of a superhero?
It diminishes the original meaning of the word.
It completely changes the original meaning of the word.
It enhances or exaggerates the original meaning of the word.
It has no effect on the original meaning of the word.
For her outdoor event, Emily wants to predict if it will rain. Which term is most appropriate for this situation?
foresee
forecast
foretell
forewarn
Michael is working on a geography project about the relationships between different countries. He needs to explain the difference between the terms 'international' and 'supersonic'. What should he say?
The term 'international' indicates relationships between or among countries, while 'supersonic' refers to speeds above or beyond the speed of sound.
The term 'international' indicates relationships below or beneath countries, while 'supersonic' refers to speeds within or inside the speed of sound.
The term 'international' indicates speeds above or beyond the speed of sound, while 'supersonic' refers to relationships between or among countries.
The term 'international' indicates relationships before or prior to countries, while 'supersonic' refers to speeds after or following the speed of sound.
While working on a group project, Abigail mentioned she could 'foresee' potential challenges in their approach. Identify the prefix in the word 'foresee'.
pre
see
fore
foretold
Lily and Elijah are working on a science project about ecosystems. They are focusing on the relationships 'between' different species within the same ecosystem. Which prefix should they use to describe these relationships?
under-
inter-
extra-
ex-
In the superhero name 'Superman', what does the prefix 'super-' indicate?
Above or beyond
Below or beneath
Equal or same
Inside or within
What is the meaning of the prefix 'fore-' in the word 'forecast' as used by meteorologist Samuel?
during
before
after
between
Nelly doesn't like to do any sport. She prefers watching videos online. She is the most ............. person I've seen.
impolite
impatient
inactive
indirect
Read the sentences, Type the word that has a prefix.
The restaurant was busy. The server was overloaded with orders.
(a)
Add a Prefix
1. please
re
un
dis
Grace is working on a mood tracking app. She wants to add a feature that allows users to describe their mood with more nuance. She decides to add a prefix to the word 'happy' to expand the app's vocabulary.
re
un
dis
Michael is editing a report and needs to add a suffix to the word care to alter its meaning. Which suffix should he use?
ful
less
ness
James is drafting an email but realizes he needs to agree with the proposed changes. Select the correct prefix to form a word that means the opposite of agree.
re-
un-
dis-
Abigail is working on a word project for her English class. She needs to add a prefix to the word to change its meaning. The word is:
2. able
re
un
dis
-visible
What does the prefix "in-", "im-", "il-", "ir-" mean?
Before
Over
Not
Under
Which word means "to heat again"?
reheat
preheat
unheat
disheat
In a submarine, the prefix "sub-" is used to describe where it operates. What does "sub" mean in this word?
Above
Half
Under
Before
When Elijah decides to re-paint his room, what does the prefix "re-" imply about his action?
He is painting it for the first time
He is painting it before he moves in
He is painting it again
He is painting under someone's guidance
