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What is a prefix? Provide an example.
A prefix is a single letter that stands alone. Example: 'a' in 'apple'.
A prefix is a type of punctuation mark. Example: '!' in 'hello!'
A prefix is a group of letters added to the end of a word. Example: 'ing' in 'running'.
A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word. Example: 'un-' in 'unhappy'.
What is a suffix? Provide an example.
-ed (as in 'played')
-s (as in 'cats')
-ing (as in 'running')
-ly (as in 'quickly')
How does adding a prefix change the meaning of a word?
Prefixes can only be added to nouns.
Adding a prefix changes the pronunciation of a word.
Adding a prefix always makes a word longer.
Adding a prefix changes the meaning of a word by modifying its base form.
What is the prefix in the word 'unhappy'?
non-
in-
dis-
un-
What is the suffix in the word 'happiness'?
-ness
-ful
-ing
-ment
Can a word have both a prefix and a suffix? Give an example.
No, an example is 'kindness'.
Yes, an example is 'dislike'.
Yes, an example is 'unhappiness'.
No, an example is 'happy'.
What does the prefix 'pre-' mean? Provide an example.
The prefix 'pre-' means to view something in the present, like 'view'.
An example of 'pre-' is 'replay', which means to play something again after it has been played.
An example of 'pre-' is 'postview', which means to view something after it is released.
An example of 'pre-' is 'preview', which means to view something before it is officially released.
What does the suffix '-ology' signify? Give an example.
-ology refers to a type of animal; example: zoology.
-ology means the process of making something; example: technology.
-ology signifies the study of a subject; example: biology.
-ology indicates a type of food; example: geology.
Identify the prefix in the word 'disagree'.
disagreeable
discontent
dis-
disrupt
Identify the suffix in the word 'beautiful'.
-ness
-able
-fully
-ful
What is the effect of the suffix '-less' on a word?
The suffix '-less' indicates absence or lack of something.
The suffix '-less' is used to form adjectives that describe a quality.
The suffix '-less' changes a word to its opposite meaning.
The suffix '-less' indicates abundance of something.
What does the prefix 'sub-' mean? Provide an example.
sub- means 'over' or 'above'; example: submerge.
sub- means 'under' or 'below'; example: submarine.
sub- means 'after'; example: substandard.
sub- means 'between'; example: subtext.
How can prefixes and suffixes help in understanding new words?
They only change the spelling of words.
Prefixes and suffixes provide clues about the meanings of new words.
They have no impact on word meanings.
They are used to create synonyms for words.
What is the prefix in the word 'replay'?
play-
replay-
pre-
re-
What is the suffix in the word 'kindness'?
-ly
-ful
-ness
-ing
What is the prefix in the word 'misunderstand'?
dis-
mis-
under-
over-
What is the suffix in the word 'carefully'?
-ing
-ness
-ly
-ful
What does the prefix 'inter-' signify? Provide an example.
inter- means 'against'; example: interfere.
inter- means 'between'; example: international.
inter- means 'after'; example: intermission.
inter- means 'before'; example: intercede.
On my final day in Paris I did some last- (a) shopping before I went to the airport.
Those jeans are really worn- (a) . Look at the holes in the knees!
My godson's so badly- (a) . You can't take him anywhere!
The sweaters are all hand- (a) by local craftsmen.
Most Siamese cats are blue- (a) , unlike other breeds.
She's really short- (a) . That's why she wears such thick glasses.
She comes from a very well- (a) family, and had a privileged upbringing.
My boss is incredibly absent- (a) . She always needs reminding about everything.
My contract is only a short- (a) one. It runs from October to December.
I'm definitely not a morning person. I'm usually a bit bad- (a) until I've woken up properly.
They're completely self- (a) . They produce all their own food on their farm.
A dead-end...
disease
job
relationship
experience
A high-risk...
voice
detergent
sport
device
A feel-good...
voice
act
relationship
movie
A high-pitched...
voice
device
disease
act
Ground-breaking...
experience
research
detergent
shoes
device
An eco-friendly...
device
act
detergent
relationship
A life-changing...
voice
disease
job
experience
act
A life-threatening...
disease
detergent
sport
relationship
A well-meaning...
relationship
movie
experience
voice
act
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What does it mean to 'hang out' with friends?
Playing video games online with strangers.
Going to a concert alone.
Spending time together informally with friends.
Attending a formal meeting with colleagues.
How would you use 'take up' in the context of a new hobby?
I took up running to stay fit.
I decided to take up painting as a new hobby.
I will take up cooking classes next year.
I have taken up gardening for relaxation.
What is the meaning of 'wind down' after a busy day?
To go for a run after work.
To start a new project immediately after work.
To relax and reduce stress after a busy day.
To prepare a big meal for dinner.
Can you explain the phrase 'catch up' in terms of socializing?
To ignore someone completely during a conversation.
To make plans without actually meeting up.
To reconnect and share updates with someone after a time apart.
To discuss only negative experiences from the past.
Complete:
I was planning to go for a run, but it started raining, so I had to __________.
Give in
Call off
Pick up
Keep on
What phrasal verb means “to mention in conversation”? You shouldn’t ______ politics in this house unless you’re ready for a long discussion.
blow up
bring on
bring up
What phrasal verb means “to meet with someone you haven’t seen in a while”? I met my friend for lunch ______ because we haven’t seen each other in months.
to catch up
to check out
to calm down
What phrasal verb means “to cancel something that has been planned”? Instead of ______ the wedding, the couple decided to elope.
cutting off
calling off
closing down
Which phrasal verb means “something that makes sense”? Her story just didn’t _____ --I think she was lying.
account for
add up
accept
What phrasal verb means “to delay or block progress”? The wreck is going _____ traffic for hours
to hang up
to hold up
to hold on
What phrasal verb means “to wait in hopes that something will get better”? The troops _____ against the attacks because they knew reinforcements were on the way.
hung out
hung up
held out
what phrasal verb means “to continue doing something”? If you _______ practicing, you’ll eventually get better!
keep on
keep up with
keep out
What phrasal verb means “to surrender or admit defeat”? He didn’t want _________ his team, but he knew they probably wouldn’t win.
to give out
to give up on
to give away
What phrasal verb means “to become full”? He wanted to _____ the gas before the storm came
fill out
fill in
fill up
What phrasal verb means “to distribute something”? I like to _____ presents during the holidays.
give out
give up
give back
What phrasal verb means “to lose a good relationship”? After ______ with my cousin, I haven’t talked with her in two years.
falling down
falling back
falling out
What phrasal verb means “to move at the same rate as someone or something”? When we go running, I can’t ______ my friend–she runs way faster than I do.
keep on
keep up with
keep going
. What phrasal verb means “to pause a conversation”? Can you ______ for just a sec while I check this message?
hang up
hold back
hang on
What phrasal verb means “to see or try something”? I am excited to _______ the new park in my city!
check in
check out
check up on
What phrasal verb means “to disappoint someone”? My parents always believed in me and I don’t want to __________.
let them down
give them up
keep up with them
What phrasal verb means “to provide information, usually spoken”? I missed the meeting. Can someone ______?
fill me in
fill me out
keep me up
What phrasal verb means “to consume less of something”? I really need to ______ fried foods, but they’re so tasty!
cut up
blow off
cut back on
What phrasal verb means “to keep doing something until it is finished”? When you make a promise, you need to ______.
fall back on
follow through
fall through
What phrasal verb means “to add information on a form”? Don’t forget to _____ every section of the job application
fill out
fill in
fill up
What phrasal verb means “to pursue something further”? It’s a good idea to ________ with a thank you letter after a job interview
follow up
follow through
fall in
what phrasal verb means “to continue doing something”? If you _______ practicing, you’ll eventually get better!
keep on
keep up with
keep out
Choose the best answer.
Liz always _____ good - she has great dress sense.
looks
appears
Choose the best answer.
The police are looking for a man in his early twenties, of average height and with a _____ beard.
complete
full
Choose the best answer.
As the suspect has very distinctive _____, it will be difficult for him to adopt a disguise..
features
facial parts
Choose the best answer.
Simon is nearly fifty but he's ageing well - he doesn't look his _____ at all.
years
age
Choose the best answer.
He noticed that his hair was _____ grey.
changing to
going
Choose the best answer.
I don't usually spend much time _____ my make-up - I just put on with a bit of lipstick and eyeliner.
putting
doing
Choose the best answer.
His _____ clothes and badly-cut hair didn't make a very good impression on his boss.
scruffy
disorganised
Choose the best answer.
He was _____ sunglasses and carrying an umbrella.
wearing
using
Choose the best answer.
You look great! Have you lost _____?
fat
weight
Choose the best answer.
The artist is known for his vibrant use of colors and his _____ style that sets him apart from others.
unique
unusual
Choose the best answer.
It’s important to stay hydrated during the summer months, especially if you’re _____ a lot of outdoor activities.
doing
making
A collocation is a pair or group of words which are often used together. These combinations sound natural to native speakers.
TRUE
FALSE
NO IDEA
Learning collocations will make your English sound more natural.
TRUE
FALSE
NO IDEA
Learning collocations will give you alternative ways of saying something, which may be more colorful/expressive or more precise.
TRUE
FALSE
NO IDEA
Learning collocations will help you to write better English.
TRUE
FALSE
NO IDEA
Which one is NOT collocation?
make mistakes
powerful engine
have breakfast
checkpoint
Which one is NOT collocation?
make an effort
pull somebody's leg
watch TV
ancient monument
Which one is NOT collocation?
teapot
substantial meal
bitterly cold
pitch dark
Complete the sentence below in the best collocation.
She's having _____.
a lecture
her duty
a party
an exam
Complete the sentence below in the best collocation.
She's taking _____.
a lecture
her duty
a party
an exam
Complete the sentence below in the best collocation.
She's giving _____.
a lecture
her duty
a party
an exam
Complete the sentence below in the best collocation.
She's doing _____.
a lecture
her duty
a party
an exam
