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What is a prefix?
A prefix is a group of letters added to the beginning of a word to modify its meaning.
What does the prefix ‘un-‘ mean?
The prefix ‘un-‘ means ‘not’ or ‘the opposite of’.
What is a suffix?
A suffix is a group of letters added to the end of a word to change its form or meaning.
What does the suffix ‘-ing’ indicate?
The suffix ‘-ing’ indicates an ongoing action or process.
What is a root word?
A root word is the base part of a word that carries its primary meaning.
True or False: The root word ‘act’ means to do.
True
Fill in the blank: The word ‘replay’ has the prefix ‘_____’ which means ‘again’.
re-
What is the purpose of punctuation?
Punctuation is used to clarify meaning and separate ideas in writing.
Which punctuation mark is used to indicate a question?
Question mark (?)
What is an abbreviation?
An abbreviation is a shortened form of a word or phrase.
Give an example of an abbreviation.
Dr. for Doctor.
What does ‘etc.’ stand for?
‘Etc.’ stands for ‘et cetera’, meaning ‘and other things’.
What is a truncation?
A truncation is a shortened version of a word or phrase, often used in writing.
True or False: Acronyms are formed from the initial letters of a series of words.
True
What does the acronym ‘NASA’ stand for?
‘NASA’ stands for ‘National Aeronautics and Space Administration’.
Fill in the blank: The acronym ‘FBI’ stands for _____ Bureau of Investigation.
Federal
What is the difference between a prefix and a suffix?
A prefix is added to the beginning of a word, while a suffix is added to the end.
What does the suffix ‘-ful’ mean?
‘-ful’ means ‘full of’ or ‘having the qualities of’.
What is the root word in ‘unhappiness’?
The root word is ‘happy’.
True or False: Punctuation can change the meaning of a sentence.
True
What punctuation mark is used to show possession?
Apostrophe (‘)
What is an example of a truncation?
Info for information.
What does the acronym ‘SCUBA’ stand for?
‘SCUBA’ stands for ‘Self-Contained Underwater Breathing Apparatus’.
Fill in the blank: The prefix ‘dis-‘ means ‘____’.
not or opposite of
