Practice Deconstructing Words: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Root Words - 2.2 | Module 3: Sharpening Reading Skills (Comprehension) | ICSE Grade 8 English
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2.2 - Deconstructing Words: Prefixes, Suffixes, and Root Words

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does the prefix 'un-' mean?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of words like 'unhappy'.

Question 2

Easy

What is a synonym for 'happy'?

πŸ’‘ Hint: What other word expresses the same positive emotion?

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Interactive Quizzes

Engage in quick quizzes to reinforce what you've learned and check your comprehension.

Question 1

What does the prefix 'pre-' mean?

  • After
  • Before
  • During

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think of 'preview'.

Question 2

True or False: A root word can stand alone as a word.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider whether the root has its own meaning.

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Challenge Problems

Push your limits with challenges.

Question 1

Analyze the word 'antibiotic' by breaking it down into its prefix, root, and suffix.

πŸ’‘ Hint: What do each of the parts signify?

Question 2

Create a list of five words using the prefix 'un-' and analyze their meanings based on their roots.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Focus on the common thread that 'un-' brings.

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