Prefixes and Suffixes

Prefixes and Suffixes

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English, Other

4th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains the concept of affixes, focusing on prefixes and suffixes. It describes how prefixes like 'mis' and 'sub' alter the meanings of root words, with examples such as 'misbehave' and 'submarine'. Similarly, suffixes like 'less' and 'en' modify word meanings, as seen in 'speechless' and 'wooden'. Understanding these affixes aids in deciphering unfamiliar words, enhancing reading and writing skills.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the prefix 'mis' imply when added to a word?

Beside or next to

Wrong or incorrect

Right or correct

Above or over

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following words contains the prefix 'sub'?

Fearless

Misunderstand

Wooden

Submarine

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the suffix 'less' signify when added to a word?

Without or lacking

Full of

Having the quality of

Made of

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which word means 'made of wool'?

Speechless

Woolen

Wooden

Fearless

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it beneficial to learn prefixes and suffixes?

To learn new languages

To write longer sentences

To enhance vocabulary and understand unfamiliar words

To improve spelling skills

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