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WorksheetsExploring Root Words and Affixes
Total questions: 15
Worksheet time: 8mins
What is a prefix?
A prefix is a standalone word that has its own meaning.
A prefix is a set of letters added to the start of a word to alter its meaning.
A prefix is a set of letters added to the end of a word.
A prefix is a type of punctuation used in sentences.
What is a suffix?
A suffix is a morpheme added to the end of a word.
A suffix is a synonym for a prefix.
A suffix is a type of punctuation mark.
A suffix is a word added to the beginning of a root.
Give an example of a word with the prefix 'un-'.
unhappy
unicorn
happy
unbelievable
What does the suffix '-able' mean?
only for specific actions
related to physical ability
not able to be done
capable of being done or suitable for a specified action
Identify the root word in 'happiness'.
joyful
sorrow
content
happy
What does the prefix 're-' signify?
A prefix that means to stop something.
A prefix used for measurement.
Repetition or doing something again.
A prefix indicating a location.
Provide a word that uses the suffix '-tion'.
creation
creativity
creationism
creature
What is the root word in 'transportation'?
transport
transference
transported
transit
Explain the meaning of the prefix 'dis-'.
The prefix 'dis-' means to negate or reverse.
The prefix 'dis-' signifies a type of agreement or approval.
The prefix 'dis-' indicates a location or direction.
The prefix 'dis-' means to enhance or improve.
Give an example of a word with the suffix '-ly'.
happily
slowly
sadly
quickly
What does the root word 'ject' mean?
to destroy
to build
to throw
to catch
Identify a word that contains the prefix 'pre-'.
postview
preview
preload
replay
What is the meaning of the suffix '-less'?
full of
without or lacking
containing
surrounded by
Provide an example of a word with the root 'scrib'.
describe
inscription
subscription
script
What does the prefix 'inter-' mean?
after or following
over or above
between or among
inside or within
